In the field of medical law, medical lawyers advise and represent both medical professionals and patients in legal matters, including dealing with issues such as liability law, medical liability, contractual law in the healthcare sector and regulatory requirements for medical products and services.
The salary overview for professions in medical law shows that income can vary greatly. Career starters earn between €60,000 and €120,000 annually, depending on the size of the law firm. In medium-sized law firms, the average salary is about €82,000. Lawyers specializing in medical law can expect an average salary of €100,000, with the salary range between €9,000 and €140,000.
A career in medical law usually requires a law degree, which is completed with the First State Examination.Many medical lawyers supplement their qualifications with a postgraduate degree in medical law or with specific continuing education courses in this area.Practical experience through internships in law firms or in the healthcare sector is also an advantage.
Medical lawyers can work in law firms, hospitals, public institutions or companies in the health sector, and they have the opportunity to specialize in certain fields or to rise to management positions.
