At Kelley | Uustal, we believe in creating an enriching and supportive work environment that not only values your professional contributions but also prioritizes your personal well-being and growth. We offer a competitive compensation structure, along with top-notch benefits. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to excellence, compassion, and making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and community.
Medical Malpractice Attorney
Are you an exacting professional with a keen eye for detail, skilled in managing complex litigation from intake through trial?
Do you feel fully engaged when proactively moving and building your case utilizing robust investigation, meticulous discovery, innovative technology and selecting and maximizing the use of experts?
Do you thrive on making persuasive arguments and have a burning desire to become a great trial attorney?
Is your approach to client communication underpinned by empathy and clarity, ensuring clients are well-informed throughout their legal journey?
Final question: Do you run toward challenges or away?
Kelley | Uustal was founded in 2008 by nationally recognized attorneys Robert Kelley and John Uustal. We dedicate ourselves to championing the rights of catastrophic injury victims in Florida and throughout the U.S. Our firm has secured some of the largest verdicts and settlements in history, with a record of winning complex cases in the areas of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, products liability, and commercial disputes. We specialize in cases deemed too risky or too expensive by other firms.
Our promise to our clients - Be Heard, Be Safe, and Take Control – reflects our commitment to protecting our clients and guiding them through every step of the litigation process. We utilize comprehensive client communication strategies that keep our clients informed and empowered. Positive reviews and testimonials from our clients attest to our success in building lasting relationships based on trust and understanding.
As we continue to expand our nationwide practice and take on increasingly complex cases, we are seeking an experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney to join our team. This position is integral to maintaining our reputation for setting industry standards in Plaintiff medical malpractice representation, helping us to achieve justice and shockingly positive outcomes for our clients.
What you’ll do:
- Manage a relatively small but complex case load.
- Research.
- Propound and answer discovery.
- Take and defend depositions.
- Review medical records summaries and chronologies.
- Collaborate with in-house nurse paralegals.
- Contribute to case strategy.
- Interview, retain, and work with experts.
- Prepare clients for depositions and trial.
- Appear at hearings.
- Prepare for and 2nd chair at trial.
What we’re looking for:
- Exceptional academic record at a top law school.
- 2-5 years of experience in Florida handling active litigation and trial support, preferably in a plaintiff personal injury law firm.
- Minimum of 1 year of medical malpractice experience.
- Medical malpractice defense experience considered with a powerful desire to transition to Plaintiff representation.
- Experience taking depositions and arguing motions before the court.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Excellent client management and client communication skills.
- Strong technical skills, including case management systems. FileVine experience a plus.
- Ability to work independently, but also collaboratively, with the agility to adapt seamlessly to either.
- Member in good standing of the Florida Bar.
- Bilingual (Eng/Span) a plus.
