Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice
Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation | Medical Malpractice & Trial Defense
I'm partnering with one of Washington's most respected litigation firms to identify a talented Associate Attorney who is passionate about courtroom advocacy and interested in building a long-term career as a trial lawyer.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience who wants meaningful responsibility, direct client contact, and the chance to work on high-exposure cases from day one. The practice is particularly known for its work defending medical malpractice, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and complex liability claims on behalf of healthcare providers, hospitals, businesses, and insurers.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
If you're looking to gain real trial experience rather than spending years supporting cases from the sidelines, this role offers an exceptional platform. You'll work alongside accomplished trial attorneys who are actively trying cases and will have the opportunity to develop your skills through hands-on involvement in every stage of litigation.
You will have exposure to:
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Medical malpractice defense
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Wrongful death litigation
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General liability defense
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Insurance defense
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Employment litigation
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Commercial disputes
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Complex civil litigation
What You'll Do
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Manage litigation matters through all phases of the case lifecycle
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Conduct and defend depositions
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Draft and argue motions
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Participate in hearings, mediations, and trials
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Collaborate directly with clients, experts, and opposing counsel
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Develop case strategy and trial preparation plans
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Handle discovery and client communications
What I'm Looking For
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J.D. from an accredited law school
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Active Washington State Bar license in good standing
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3+ years of civil litigation and/or Medical Malpractice experience
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Strong knowledge of civil procedure, evidence, and litigation strategy
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Excellent writing, advocacy, and communication skills
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Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
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Desire to build a career focused on litigation and trial work
Preferred Background
Candidates with experience in any of the following will be particularly attractive:
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Medical malpractice defense
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Healthcare litigation
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Insurance defense
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Personal injury defense
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Catastrophic injury litigation
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Wrongful death matters
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Trial experience or significant deposition experience
Benefits
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Salary + Potential for Bonus
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Health and dental benefits
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Parking or commuter benefits
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Paid time off, and 11 paid holidays per year.
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After one year of employment, employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan with a firm contribution of 7% of salary.
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A hybrid work environment allowing for flexibility in remote and in-office work arrangements, based on needs of the firm.
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/15/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at
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