Description:
Position Summary:A Personal Injury Law Firm is hiring a new attorney to join our growing team. This is a remote work from home position that is responsible for providing effective and thorough representation, for Subrogation cases on the Plaintiff's side. Court appearances are required in the state of licensure. The Attorney will work a docket of large property and auto related losses in active litigation in addition to smaller vehicle damage claims. A minimum of 3 years Subrogation and/or Insurance Defense experience is preferable, but all civil litigation experience will be considered. The ideal candidate should be able to work autonomously with limited supervision and have the ability to work a case from acceptance through trial/settlement. Excellent organizational and time-management skills are necessary in order to meet deadlines. A J.D. from an accredited law school is required, as well as being active and in good standing in the state of licensure.
Key Outcomes:
- Responsibility for Subrogation cases from inception through resolution.
- Interface with insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, witnesses, experts, etc. on assigned cases in a manner that promotes the firm's values and demonstrates respect for others.
- Partners with peers and staff to acquire the necessary data/research support
- Provides direction to assigned support personnel (Paralegal) to ensure thorough, timely case preparation, workflow, and performance reviews.
- Ensures cases are properly prepared for trial by:
- Effectively managing case and trial calendar to ensure deadlines are met.
- Conducting legally sound research for liability and recovery potential
- Producing correspondence, pleadings, discovery, depositions, and affidavits
- Preparing corporate and expert witnesses for trial
- Collaborates and/or works well with other parties involved including but not limited to: insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, client representatives, witnesses, and court personnel.
Education/Experience:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice law in state licensed
- 3 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on civil litigation
- Strong knowledge of legal principles, procedures, and practices related to litigation
- Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Proficiency in using legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop effective strategies
- Strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes for clients
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Skills/Knowledge/Competencies (Behaviors):
- Intermediate to exceptional skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook
- Exceptional Analytical skills
- Ability to independently organize and disposition a case with attention to detail
- Ability to support multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment
- Willing to support others and work collaboratively across the organization
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with tact and respect while interfacing with multiple levels both inside and outside the firm
- Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Salary: Negotiable- Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Supplemental Pay Types:
Bonus opportunities
License/Certification:
License to practice law (Required)
Ability to commute: As requested per the court (Required)
To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant writing samples. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration.
