Health Care Litigation Associate (4th–7th Year)

Contextual Overview

A prominent Am Law 200 national law firm is seeking a 4th- to 7th-year Health Care Litigation Associate for its Minneapolis office. This role involves managing complex health care disputes, including class actions, commercial litigation, and arbitration, within a hybrid work environment.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 4 to 7 years of substantive litigation experience.
• Licensure: Admission to the state bar.
• Academic Standing: Strong academic credentials.
• Commitment: Ability to meet a 2,000-hour annual billable expectation.
• Skills: Proficiency in discovery management, legal research, motions practice, and drafting sophisticated briefs.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Lead significant components of complex health care litigation and class actions.
• Manage discovery strategy and complex commercial disputes.
• Draft and argue substantive motions and participate in trial/arbitration preparation.
• Collaborate directly with partners and trial teams on case strategy.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Salary: $290,000 – $355,000 per year (commensurate with experience and class year), plus benefits and bonuses.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should apply via the official LinkedIn portal. All applications and discussions are handled in strict confidence by the recruiting agency, Watts & Associates Recruitment.

Official Link: Apply via LinkedIn

FAQs

• Is prior health care experience mandatory? While preferred, it is not strictly essential for 4th or 5th-year candidates with strong general litigation fundamentals.
• What is the work arrangement? The role is hybrid, requiring regular in-office collaboration while offering remote flexibility.