Veterans Disability Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dedicated Veterans Disability Attorney in North Carolina. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community while working with a close-knit team. The position is open to various locations within the state, including Durham, Greensboro, Greenville, Wilmington, and Winston-Salem.

Duties

• Handle cases for veterans seeking benefits from the Veterans Administration.
• Meet with clients to discuss their cases and prepare for hearings.
• Review medical records for evidence submission in VA hearings.
• Conduct legal research and write hearing briefs and post-hearing memos.
• Conduct administrative hearings for clients before VA judges.
• Collaborate with intake specialists, paralegals, and legal assistants to achieve team goals.

Requirements

• VA accreditation required.
• Admitted and in good standing with a U.S. State Bar.
• Two+ years of experience in Veterans Disability law.
• Effective oral and written advocacy skills and negotiation tactics.
• Strong analytical skills for complex legal issues.
• Excellent communication skills with clients and staff.
• Commitment to improving the lives of others and showing empathy to claimants.
• Ability to work independently and assume significant responsibility.
• Mentor and train paralegals and legal assistants in the VA department.
• Virtual capabilities for hearings; ability to travel if necessary.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• VA accreditation.
• Admitted to a U.S. State Bar.

Skills

• Oral and written advocacy.
• Negotiation tactics.
• Analytical skills.
• Communication skills.
• Empathy and client relations.
• Independent work and responsibility.
• Mentoring and training.
• Legal research and writing.

Benefits

• 401k plan with company matching contribution.
• Three medical insurance plan options.
• Medical & dependent care Flexible Spending Plan.
• Health Savings Account with company matching contribution.
• Vision & dental insurance.
• Life insurance with additional coverage options.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Four weeks paid time off & twelve paid holidays.
• Critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnity coverage.
• Annual CLE requirements paid by the company.
• Professional organization memberships paid by the company.
• Monetary service milestones.
• Training & educational opportunities.
• Advancement opportunities.