What is the salary range of Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney?

As of October 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney in Escondido, CA is $131,105. While Salary.com is seeing that Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney salary in Escondido, CA can go up to $253,340 or down to $92,811, but most earn between $111,061 and $195,087. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney in the United States.

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What is a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney?

A Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney is responsible for representing healthcare providers, such as doctors, nurses, and hospitals, in legal cases where they are accused of medical malpractice. This includes conducting legal research, gathering evidence, and developing defense strategies to protect their clients from liability. They also work to negotiate settlements and represent their clients in court, advocating for their innocence and protecting their professional reputation. Additionally, they may provide legal advice and guidance to healthcare professionals to help them avoid potential malpractice claims in the future. Overall, the role of a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney is to vigorously defend their clients against allegations of medical negligence and ensure that they receive fair treatment in the legal system.

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What is the average salary for Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney in Escondido, CA. The base salary for Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney ranges from $111,061 to $195,087 with the average base salary of $131,105. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $111,061 to $195,087 with the average total cash compensation of $131,105.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $131,105 $111,061 - $195,087
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $131,105 $111,061 - $195,087
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Escondido, CA
CITY, STATE Oceanside, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,382 - $197,409 COMPARE TO Escondido, CA
CITY, STATE Carlsbad, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,597 - $196,030 COMPARE TO Escondido, CA
CITY, STATE San Diego, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,221 - $197,126 COMPARE TO Escondido, CA
CITY, STATE El Cajon, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,888 - $196,541 COMPARE TO Escondido, CA
CITY, STATE Chula Vista, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,221 - $197,126 COMPARE TO Escondido, CA
CITY, STATE Murrieta, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,414 - $199,221 COMPARE TO Escondido, CA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Medical Malpractice Attorney LOCATION Escondido, CA MINIMUM SALARY $96,181 MAXIMUM SALARY $129,387
JOB TITLE Medical Malpractice Investigator LOCATION Escondido, CA MINIMUM SALARY $36,416 MAXIMUM SALARY $54,899
JOB TITLE Defense Attorney LOCATION Escondido, CA MINIMUM SALARY $96,181 MAXIMUM SALARY $129,387
JOB TITLE Insurance Defense Attorney LOCATION Escondido, CA MINIMUM SALARY $162,860 MAXIMUM SALARY $209,745
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Attorney LOCATION Escondido, CA MINIMUM SALARY $89,693 MAXIMUM SALARY $122,505
JOB TITLE Civil Defense Attorney LOCATION Escondido, CA MINIMUM SALARY $76,238 MAXIMUM SALARY $96,693
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About Escondido, California    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.0 square miles (96 km2). 36.8 square miles (95 km2) of it is land and 0....More

Escondido, California  area prices were up 2.6% from a year ago

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