Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Personal Injury Attorney to join our reputable law firm. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation skills and a comprehensive understanding of personal injury law, along with experience in various legal practice areas. This role offers an opportunity to represent clients effectively, manage complex cases, and contribute to the firm's success in advocating for those harmed due to negligence or wrongful acts. The attorney will be responsible for handling all aspects of personal injury cases from inception through resolution, ensuring client needs are met with professionalism and integrity.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of personal injury claims, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools to support case strategies.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and correspondence with clients and opposing counsel.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing attorneys to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with all legal procedures and deadlines.
• Provide legal advice to clients regarding their rights, options, and potential outcomes related to their personal injury claims.
• Collaborate with experts in fields such as medical professionals or accident reconstruction specialists when necessary.
• Stay current on developments in personal injury law as well as related practice areas like estate planning, environmental law, family law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, workers' compensation law, immigration law, landlord-tenant law, patent law, and others relevant to client needs.

Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and active license to practice law.
• Proven experience handling personal injury cases from intake through trial or settlement.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful case resolutions.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence.
• Experience in litigation is essential; familiarity with other practice areas like estate planning or environmental law is a plus but not required.
• Prior legal administrative experience is preferred to efficiently manage case documentation and client communications. This role offers an engaging work environment where your expertise can make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives while advancing your professional career in personal injury law and related fields.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person