Description:
Position Overview:The Personal Injury Attorney with Commercial Litigation Experience will manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate is an experienced litigator with a strong understanding of personal injury law, a background in commercial litigation, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven ability to advocate effectively for injured clients.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a personal injury litigation caseload from filing through settlement, trial, or verdict.
- Conduct case evaluations, legal research, and liability and damages analysis.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents.
- Take and defend depositions, attend hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
- Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
- Prepare cases for trial and represent clients in court proceedings as needed.
- Apply commercial litigation experience and complex case strategy to high-value or complex personal injury matters.
- Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case status and legal strategy.
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, case managers, and support staff to maximize case outcomes.
- Stay current on applicable laws, regulations, and developments affecting personal injury litigation.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active Bar license in good standing in Florida.
- Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience, with a background in commercial litigation required.
- Strong knowledge of personal injury law, civil procedure, and litigation practices.
- Experience handling depositions, motion practice, negotiations, and mediations.
- Trial experience is a plus but not required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time management abilities.
- Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
- Client-focused mindset with a commitment to achieving outstanding results.
What we offer:
- Base salary starting at $120,000+, commensurate with experience.
- Competitive commission and performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Benefits package available after the introductory period.
- Professional development and advancement opportunities.
- Access to experienced legal support staff and resources.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commercial litigation experience strongly preferred, combined with personal injury litigation exposure.
- Candidates with a strong litigation background in related complex civil practice areas will also be considered.
- We are looking for attorneys who are:
- Self-starters with a strong work ethic.
- Positive, professional, and team-oriented.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Results-driven advocates who prioritize client success.
- Eager to grow, learn, and advance within a rapidly expanding firm.
