Attorney Positions

Healthcare Litigation Associate – Cherry Hill, NJ

Feb 6, 2024 | Available Attorney Positions

Who we are…

Burns White’s Healthcare Litigation Department is a growing and dynamic practice focused on the representation of long-term healthcare providers, and the defense of medical malpractice and professional liability claims. Our reputation is unmatched. We are hard working with a strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie. It’s true that our work can be demanding at times – but it is rewarding and challenging. Mentoring is important to us, and there is tremendous opportunity for team members at all levels to do substantive work. We are committed to diversity and are honored to have achieved the Mansfield Rule Certification. We are a well-established and high-functioning team of attorneys, nurses, paralegals, assistants, and trial technologists. We take client service very seriously, but our environment is casual and flexible. With us, you will work hard, learn, grow, and have fun in the process.

What sets us apart…

We are able to offer unique opportunities to attorneys who are just starting out, at mid-level, or seasoned. Excellent training is provided by experienced senior attorneys and through daily peer interactions. With a growing book of business and heavy trial schedule, attorneys have opportunities to take on a level of responsibility not often available at other firms. There is room for advancement, too, as the team is seeking to identify and develop future leaders.

Job Requirements

  • The ideal candidate will have 0-3 years of litigation experience and prior experience with medical malpractice defense and/or insurance defense cases is a plus.
  • Candidates must be licensed to practice in NJ.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong research and organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are prerequisites.
  • Candidates must be self-starters with the ability to work individually and in teams.

Equipment, Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions

Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, duplicating machine, etc.

Sitting for extended periods, standing, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines. Range of hearing and vision sufficient to operate standard office machines and communicate with clients in person and via telephone.

Able to deal with stress in a fast-paced work environment with multiple priorities. Make decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas and technologies. Communicate and successfully interact with various personalities at all organizational levels.

Typical office setting, normally Monday through Friday business hours. Occasional overtime as required.

Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment


Submit resume and salary expectations

Email: Jobs@burnswhite.com

Fax: 412-995-3311

Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment.

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