Description
SUMMARY: CAP’s dedicated law firm, Schmid & Voiles seeks a Litigation Attorney for its SD office. The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of case management, with the exception of presenting cases for trial and arbitration. The ideal candidate will be an experienced attorney with in-depth knowledge of medicine, law and issues related to medical malpractice litigation with the skill to develop effective case strategy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with the trial attorney and actively participates in:
- Formulating discovery and investigation strategy
- Obtaining concurrence with Claims Specialist on defense preparation
- Preparing pleadings
- Preparing and responding to discovery
- Attending court appearances
- Preparing lawsuits for trial/arbitration
- Preparing motions as requested
Share knowledge and information with all attorneys
Ensure cost effective work-up and overall defense of assignments
Respond to “hotline” inquiries from the Claims Department
Assist trial/lead attorneys with preparation of reports to Claims at all stages of litigation to ensure timely reporting and completion of case work-up
Comply with the Defense Attorney Guidelines
Represent CAP/MPT physicians at deposition in “Depo-only” cases
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
J.D. Degree
Minimum 3-6years medical malpractice litigation experience
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
License to practice law in California
Ability to work independently
Ability to mentor, train, and build team enthusiasm among staff counsel
Salary range: 165,000-215,000 (Depending on Experience)
Skills Required
- J.D. degree
- 3–6 years of medical malpractice litigation experience
- License to practice law in California
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to mentor, train, and build team enthusiasm among staff counsel
What We Do
The Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc. (CAP), established in 1975, provides exceptional medical professional liability and malpractice coverage to over 13,000 physicians in California through the Mutual Protection Trust (MPT). CAP also delivers a comprehensive suite of no-cost risk management and practice management benefits, supporting independent medical professionals in maintaining safe and successful practices across various California regions.
