Description

Established Plaintiff personal-injury firm seeking an associate attorney with experience handling personal-injury cases. By joining this firm, the candidate will enjoy and benefit from the many resources afforded by a culture of teamwork, integrity, passion and respect. The right candidate will have a positive attitude and be comfortable interacting with clients, adjusters, paralegals and attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment; must have excellent integrity, work ethic, and drive; must have a willingness to learn and adapt to firm systems and follow firm processes; and must have the ability to respond positively to constructive feedback. The candidate will manage a challenging workload of cases involving heavy motion, discovery, and trial practice. The candidate will have significant responsibility over all phases of a case from inception through trial—including pre-litigation investigation of potential claim; drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; handling hearings; taking depositions; preparing and presenting clients for depositions and mediations; handling mediations; negotiating and settling claims; preparing for trial; and trial. The candidate must be an effective communicator with excellent writing and oral-advocacy skills. The ability to be strategic and analytical is required. Trial experience is preferred. Bilingual is a plus. Compensation will depend on experience level. Employment benefits are available.