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Medical Malpractice Defense Associate in Philadelphia

Date Posted: 13 April 2026

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Job Description

Medical Malpractice Defense Associate

New Jersey | Hybrid Considered

A well-established boutique litigation firm, founded in 1985, is seeking a Medical Malpractice Defense Associate to handle New Jersey matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful mentorship, hands-on litigation experience, and the chance to grow within a firm known for high-quality defense work and long-standing client relationships.

About the Firm

For nearly four decades, the firm has built a strong reputation for achieving consistent, favorable results across a broad range of complex matters, including:

  • Medical malpractice and nursing home litigation

  • Asbestos and toxic tort

  • Products liability and casualty defense

  • Real estate and commercial litigation

The firm’s top priority—since its founding—has been to serve as a powerful and reliable asset to its clients, accomplished through thoroughly developed, anticipatory litigation strategy and a collaborative team approach.

The Role

The associate will work closely with experienced partners on New Jersey medical malpractice defense matters and gain exposure to all phases of litigation, including:

  • Case strategy development and analysis

  • Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery

  • Depositions and expert coordination

  • Trial preparation and client interaction

What the Firm Offers

  • 1800 annual billable hour requirement

  • Strong mentorship and hands-on training from experienced litigators

  • Early responsibility with meaningful case involvement

  • A collaborative, boutique-firm environment with long-term stability

  • Opportunity to build a sustainable litigation career in New Jersey

Ideal Candidate

  • Licensed and in good standing in New Jersey

  • Experience or strong interest in medical malpractice defense

  • Solid writing, analytical, and advocacy skills

  • Desire to learn, grow, and develop within a close-knit firm

This is a rare opportunity to join a respected boutique firm where attorneys are supported, mentored, and trusted with substantive work from day one.

📩 Confidential inquiries welcome.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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