Description:
Our growing firm is seeking a highly qualified personal injury litigation attorney who is ambitious, aggressive, and proactive. The ideal candidate can handle a heavy volume of cases in litigation, work independently, and zealously represent clients both in and out of court. To be considered, you should have extensive experience with motions practice in personal injury litigation, either on the defense or plaintiff's side of the table.We're looking for an attorney who loves to litigate and is a fierce and compassionate advocate for clients. You must be unwilling to let a moment go by that could be used to push a case to resolution for the best and quickest possible result for clients.
Our attorneys are impactful, honest, and highly compassionate. The attorney-client relationship remains the highest priority throughout the litigation process. Consistent and regular communication between our attorneys and clients is required in order to develop critical legal strategies with clients to best advance their cases, and also to keep clients apprised of all critical developments on their cases. We love and value clients, and we want that to show in every relationship between a litigator and their client.
Does this philosophy of practice resonate with you? Do you have the experience to take a high-volume caseload and maintain relationships with clients while aggressively working their cases to secure maximum compensation? If so, we'd love to talk with you.
Responsibilities:
- Review cases transitioned from the pre-litigation team to assess legal viability.
- Develop a strategic litigation plan to maximize results for clients.
- Draft and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings.
- Prepare and respond to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
- Take and defend depositions of witnesses, clients, experts, and opposing parties.
- Work with highly skilled and qualified medical and financial experts to develop pertinent evidence.
- Draft, argue, and defend Motions for Summary Judgment, Motions in Limine, and Daubert Motions.
- Handle evidentiary hearings, pre-trial motions, and case management conferences.
- Represent clients in mediation and settlement conferences to reach favorable resolutions.
- Prepare for jury and bench trials, including trial briefs, witness prep, and exhibit organization.
- Present opening statements, conduct direct/cross of witnesses, prepare and deliver closing arguments, and otherwise advocate for clients in trial.
Qualifications:
To thrive as a Litigation Attorney at Fasig Brooks, candidates should bring a blend of legal knowledge, strong organizational skills, and a passion for client service. We're looking for a person who is hungry for experience, ambitious, and self-directed — someone who takes initiative, thrives under pressure, fiercely advocates for clients, and wants to grow with our Firm.
Education & Licensing
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active State of Florida and/or Georgia bar membership.
- 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in personal injury law.
Litigation & Trial Experience
- Proven track record of handling a volume of civil litigation (and preferably personal injury) cases from filing through trial.
- Extensive experience in handling discovery, conducting/defending depositions, engaging in motions practice, and direct/cross examinations of expert witnesses.
- Strong background in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration.
Leadership & Case Management
- Ability to manage a heavy litigation caseload and meet tight deadlines.
- Skilled in mentoring and supervising junior attorneys and litigation support staff.
- Strong collaboration with pre-litigation teams to ensure seamless case transitions.
Legal Knowledge & Technical Skills
- Deep knowledge of personal injury law, tort law, and civil procedure.
- Strong legal research and writing skills for drafting motions, briefs, and appeals.
- Proficiency in case management software - our firm uses Filevine.
Client Advocacy & Communication
- Excellent oral advocacy skills for court appearances, trials, and depositions.
- Strong ability to communicate complex legal matters to clients in an understandable way.
- A reputation for tenacity, strategic thinking, and ethical practice.
Compensation: $150,000 Base + Bonuses
About Fasig Brooks
At Fasig Brooks, we stand apart because we fight for the injured with unmatched dedication and heart.
Our team is impactful in both the courtroom and clients' lives, honorable in our practice, and deeply compassionate. We believe clear, consistent communication with clients is just as important as fierce advocacy, and our reputation as highly successful trial lawyers means insurance companies and defense lawyers know we won't back down from obtaining the best possible result for our injured clients in their journey to come back stronger.
At Fasig Brooks, we stand apart because we fight for the injured with unmatched dedication and heart.
Our team is impactful in both the courtroom and clients' lives, honorable in our practice, and deeply compassionate. We believe clear, consistent communication with clients is just as important as fierce advocacy, and our reputation as highly successful trial lawyers means insurance companies and defense lawyers know we won't back down from obtaining the best possible result for our injured clients in their journey to come back stronger.