What is the salary range of Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney?

As of December 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney in Tucson, AZ is $116,968. While Salary.com is seeing that Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney salary in Tucson, AZ can go up to $226,025 or down to $82,803, but most earn between $99,085 and $174,052. 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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$99,085 to $174,052
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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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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 Tucson, AZ. The base salary for Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney ranges from $99,085 to $174,052 with the average base salary of $116,968. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $99,085 to $174,052 with the average total cash compensation of $116,968.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $116,968 $99,085 - $174,052
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $116,968 $99,085 - $174,052
* 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 Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Sierra Vista, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,999 - $172,145 COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Gilbert, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,157 - $181,205 COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Mesa, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,157 - $181,205 COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Chandler, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,157 - $181,205 COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Tempe, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,157 - $181,205 COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Phoenix, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,141 - $181,178 COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Medical Malpractice Attorney LOCATION Tucson, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $85,900 MAXIMUM SALARY $115,558
JOB TITLE Medical Malpractice Investigator LOCATION Tucson, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $36,546 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,094
JOB TITLE Defense Attorney LOCATION Tucson, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $85,900 MAXIMUM SALARY $115,558
JOB TITLE Insurance Defense Attorney LOCATION Tucson, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $145,455 MAXIMUM SALARY $187,327
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Attorney LOCATION Tucson, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $80,512 MAXIMUM SALARY $109,964
JOB TITLE Civil Defense Attorney LOCATION Tucson, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $69,162 MAXIMUM SALARY $87,456
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About Tucson, Arizona    Tucson (/ˈtuːsɒn, tuːˈsɒn/) is a city and the county seat of Pima County, Arizona, United States, and home to the University of Arizona. The 2010 Unit....More

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