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Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

Average Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney Salary

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$78,282
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$53k
MEDIAN
$78k
90%
$132k

The average salary for a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney is $78,282 in 2025

Base Salary
$53k - $132k
Bonus
$1k - $20k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $15k
Commission
$2k - $30k
Total Pay
$55k - $140k
Based on 5,387 salary profiles (last updated Aug 03 2022)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

Medical
80%
Dental
55%
Vision
45%
None
20%

Gender Breakdown for Medical Malpractice Defense Attorneys

Female
56.5%
Male
42.8%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 3,012 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Medical Malpractice Defense Attorneys

What is the highest pay for Medical Malpractice Defense Attorneys?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney is $132k / year

What is the lowest pay for Medical Malpractice Defense Attorneys?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney is $53k / year

How can Medical Malpractice Defense Attorneys increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney that oversees more junior Medical Malpractice Defense Attorneys, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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