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 San Jose, CA is $154,061. While Salary.com is seeing that Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney salary in San Jose, CA can go up to $297,698 or down to $109,062, but most earn between $130,507 and $229,246. 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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Dental, Medical, Vision This position demands a seasoned professional with substantial experience ... e) Tort Defense; f) Law Firm Management; g) Litigation experience as a first chair attorney. Pay ...
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Average Base Salary

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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 San Jose, CA. The base salary for Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney ranges from $130,507 to $229,246 with the average base salary of $154,061. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $130,507 to $229,246 with the average total cash compensation of $154,061.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $154,061 $130,507 - $229,246
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $154,061 $130,507 - $229,246
* 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 San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,507 - $229,246 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Santa Cruz, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $115,667 - $203,179 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,257 - $228,807 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $126,659 - $222,487 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $126,867 - $222,853 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $129,987 - $228,333 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Medical Malpractice Attorney LOCATION San Jose, CA MINIMUM SALARY $113,022 MAXIMUM SALARY $152,042
JOB TITLE Medical Malpractice Investigator LOCATION San Jose, CA MINIMUM SALARY $36,416 MAXIMUM SALARY $54,899
JOB TITLE Defense Attorney LOCATION San Jose, CA MINIMUM SALARY $113,022 MAXIMUM SALARY $152,042
JOB TITLE Insurance Defense Attorney LOCATION San Jose, CA MINIMUM SALARY $191,376 MAXIMUM SALARY $246,470
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Attorney LOCATION San Jose, CA MINIMUM SALARY $105,398 MAXIMUM SALARY $143,955
JOB TITLE Civil Defense Attorney LOCATION San Jose, CA MINIMUM SALARY $89,587 MAXIMUM SALARY $113,623
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