Litigation - Health Care - Defense Attorney in Lexington, MA

In-House

Lexington, MA

Litigation - Health Care - Defense Attorney in Lexington, MA

Attorney

Min 7 yrs required

No

Job Title: Asst Gen Counsel II Litigation

Job Responsibilities:

- Represent the interests of internal business clients in negotiations, pre-suit matters, litigation, and appeals.
- Provide litigation support on behalf of the company and coordinate litigation and other legal matters handled by outside counsel.
- Offer general legal opinions and advice on a variety of litigation and potential litigation matters, including commercial disputes, real estate disputes, physician privileging, and other healthcare litigation issues.
- Manage and support commercial and general liability litigation matters, providing legal support on litigation and/or liability-oriented questions or issues to multiple divisions of the company.
- Develop and direct overall case management and strategy from intake through trial, appeal, and/or settlement.
- Review pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs; support outside legal counsel in the management of discovery; ensure adherence to task and budget through the conclusion of litigation.
- Provide updates by phone and in person to senior management, business clients, and outside legal counsel.
- Attend mediations, arbitrations, trials, and other case-related activities; negotiate settlement agreements.
- Carry out administrative responsibilities across a large range and volume of active and potential litigation matters, including organizing documents, maintaining/supervising electronic case files, updating information in law department databases, and participating in litigation group team meetings.
- Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations.

Education and Experience Information:

- Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school is required.
- Must be admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or admitted to practice in any State.
- Minimum of 7 years’ related experience as a practicing attorney handling complex litigation matters is required.
- Healthcare experience is preferred.
- Ability to work independently and manage numerous complex legal issues from inception to resolution with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills with management, corporate and support staff, field personnel, attorneys, witnesses, and experts.
- Ability to present confidently and clearly to sophisticated business clients and thrive in a team-oriented environment.
- Excellent legal research skills and writing skills with demonstrated experience in the preparation of legal documents.
- Proficient with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.

Salary Information:

The text does not provide specific salary information for this position.

Additional Information:

- The job may require occasional travel.
- The company is an EO/AA Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.