Associate Attorney - Med Mal, Casualty Defense
Established (90+ Years) Premier Firm Seeking Casualty Litigation Attorney for Medical Malpractice Defense in New Orleans, LA
An established firm based in New Orleans, LA with over 90 years in practice is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join their team onsite. This role focuses on medical malpractice and casualty defense, representing insurance carriers and healthcare providers in damages-driven litigation throughout Louisiana state and federal courts.
Offer: Salary range: $130,000-$175,000+ depending on experience
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Performance-based bonus eligibility
CLE, bar dues, and professional development support
Paid time off and holidays
Qualifications: 3+ years of civil litigation experience, with medical malpractice defense or casualty defense strongly preferred
Familiarity with insurance defense work, damages analysis, and healthcare provider representation
Juris Doctorate and active Louisiana Bar membership in good standing
Law school transcripts required as part of the application
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to digest complex medical records and expert reports
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and professionalism in a deadline-driven environment
Responsibilities: Defending medical malpractice and casualty claims on behalf of insurance carriers and healthcare providers
Managing cases through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
Drafting motions, briefs, discovery responses, and dispositive filings
Conducting and defending depositions of parties, treating providers, and expert witnesses
Reviewing and analyzing medical records, expert reports, and damages documentation
Communicating regularly with clients, carriers, and adjusters regarding case strategy and exposure
Appearing in state and federal court for hearings, conferences, and trials as needed
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 06/04/2026 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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