Job Description
Healthcare Litigation Attorney New York, NY, US Roseland, NJ, US Purpose of Role: Mandelbaum Barrett PC is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with 7+ years of experience in commercial/ complex litigation. It also would be ideal if the candidate has experience in healthcare and/or employment litigation matters. We are particularly interested in attorneys who are self-starters, write well, and have first- or second-chair experience handling trials and/or arbitrations. This role offers the opportunity to join our established and growing Commercial Litigation Department and our Healthcare and Employment Litigation Practice Groups, with a competitive compensation package and excellent professional development opportunities. Responsibilities: Handle a broad range of litigation proceedings from inception through resolution, focusing mostly on healthcare and employment litigation matters. Draft and argue motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and briefs. Conduct and defend depositions. Represent clients in court, arbitration, and administrative hearings. Develop and execute litigation and defense strategies. Manage multiple cases independently with strong attention to detail and deadlines. Support related practice groups, as needed. Contribute to process improvements within the department. Qualifications: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. Admission to the New Jersey Bar required; New York admission is also a plus (or willingness to obtain). 7+ years of legal experience, including taking and defending depositions and first or second-chair trial experience . Excellent communication, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills. Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and professionalism. Team-oriented with strong leadership, mentoring, and relationship-building abilities. Adaptable, intellectually curious, and capable of handling complex legal and business issues. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $170,000–$225,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Final salary reflects your skills, experience, and contributions. Merit-Based Rewards: Discretionary year-end bonus, merit increases, and origination credit—your performance and client contributions impact your compensation. Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees may participate in medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and voluntary programs.