Litigation - Health Care - Defense Attorney in Pine Brook, NJ

Law Firm

Pine Brook, NJ

Litigation - Health Care - Defense Attorney in Pine Brook, NJ

Attorney

1-4 yrs required

No

Job Title: Associate Attorney - Healthcare Litigation

Job Responsibilities:
The Associate Attorney for the Healthcare Litigation team at the law firm is responsible for a variety of tasks that require strong legal acumen and experience in litigation. Key responsibilities include:

- Drafting appeals to medical insurance companies on behalf of healthcare providers.
- Engaging in extensive oral and written communication with clients and experts to conduct factual investigations and develop case strategies.
- Drafting responses to investigations conducted by medical licensing boards.
- Reviewing, analyzing, and indexing document production for legal proceedings.
- Preparing administrative law judge (ALJ) hearing and trial binders.
- Conducting negotiations with investigators to resolve disputes.
- Preparing witness outlines and exhibits for presentations at medical board hearings, arbitrations, and before administrative agencies.
- Conducting oral arguments at ALJ hearings.
- Communicating and providing status reports to insurance company claim representatives.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Associate Attorney position should meet the following requirements:

- Possess 1-4 years of experience in litigation, with healthcare experience considered a plus.
- Be admitted to practice law in at least one . state.
- Have experience performing most or all of the job responsibilities outlined above.
- Demonstrate exceptional writing and oral communication skills.
- Exhibit strong legal research skills.
- Be a strong listener and communicator with excellent organizational skills.
- Show a team-player mindset with the ability to work cohesively and collaboratively with a team of attorneys.
- Maintain a strong work ethic and the ability to manage a large caseload while meeting deadlines.
- A minimum law school GPA of is preferred.
- Must be willing to work in the Pine Brook, NJ office at least two days per week.

Salary Information:
The position offers a competitive salary range of $155,000 to $175,000 per year. However, the actual salary may be higher or lower depending on the candidate's years of experience and other factors. The law firm also provides a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, unlimited paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) retirement plan, an on-site gym, and opportunities for substantial salary progression based on performance and contributions.

The law firm is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on various grounds, including race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state, or local law.