Our law firm has a full-time associate attorney position available now and we’re looking for the right professional to join our team. You will have the opportunity to learn from senior associates and litigation associates on legal issues and will provide legal counsel to existing clients. You’ll also be responsible for performing legal research, drafting documents, and keeping client files up to date. If you’ve successfully completed law school, passed the state bar exam, and are seeking a full-time opportunity to practice law with plenty of room for growth, start your application today! Responsibilities: • Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action • Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff • Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations • Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice • Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals • Supervise pre-litigation case managers and ensure that they are successfully advancing the firm’s cases. • Conduct a thorough examination of demand letters to verify the inclusion of all relevant details and ensure that the requested compensation is commensurate with the case. • Utilize highly effective negotiating skills to recover the maximum compensation possible for each pre-litigation case. Qualifications: • Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school • Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base • Applicants must have successfully passed the state bar exam • Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients • Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association) • Ability to work with Litigation Attorneys to best serve the client's needs and grow the client base. • Must possess at least 5 years of plaintiff personal injury experience as an attorney. • Possesses exceptional negotiation skills. • Supervisory experience is required. Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 plus incentives
• Supervise pre-litigation case managers and ensure that they are successfully advancing the firm’s cases. • Conduct a thorough examination of demand letters to verify the inclusion of all relevant details and ensure that the requested compensation is commensurate with the case. • Utilize highly effective negotiating skills to recover the maximum compensation possible for each pre-litigation case.