Healthcare Litigation Associate

Healthcare Litigation Associate

I is noteworthy that while the formal position title is "Litigation Attorney, " the job description strongly indicates that the role is highly suitable for, and potentially targeted toward, an active caseload of healthcare litigation cases ranging from regulatory matters such as Medicare and Medicaid fraud, professional negligence and Unjust Richment, to medical malpractice, negligence and fiduciary claims.

1. Role Summary

• Position Title: Litigation Attorney
• Hiring Organization: Mandelbaum Barrett PC
• Geographic Location: Roseland, NJ (4 days a week commute for at least the first 90-day probationary period)
• Required Experience: 7+ years
• Compensation: (Annual) $170,000.00 to $225,000.00
• Primary Practice Area: Commercial / Complex Litigation
• Desired Specialization: Healthcare and/or Employment Litigation

2. Key Responsibilities

This position entails comprehensive management of litigation matters from commencement to conclusion.

• Case Management: Oversee all aspects of litigation proceedings, from inception through final resolution.
• Written Advocacy: Author and argue motions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery documents, including requests and responses.
• Oral Advocacy: Conduct and defend depositions.
• Court & Hearing Appearances: Represent clients in judicial, arbitration, and administrative forums.
• Strategic Development: Formulate and execute litigation and defense strategies for multiple, concurrent cases.

3. Candidate Profile: Required and Desired Qualifications

Core Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of seven years of legal experience.
• Bar Admission: Must be an active member in good standing of the New Jersey Bar.
• Skills:
• Demonstrated experience in taking and defending depositions.
• Verifiable first or second-chair trial experience.
• Education: A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution of legal education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialization: Direct experience within healthcare litigation and/or employment litigation.
• Bar Admission: Admission to the New York Bar or a commitment to obtain admission.
• Professional Attributes:
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work autonomously.
• Superior written communication and analytical skills.
• A collaborative orientation with proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Unyielding integrity, sound judgment, and a high degree of professionalism.

4. Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $170,000 - $225,000, commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.
• Additional Compensation:
• Eligibility for discretionary year-end bonuses.
• Consideration for merit-based salary increases.
• Availability of origination credit.
• Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off.