Bilingual Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Bilingual Personal Injury Attorney in Wilmington, North Carolina. This role offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. The firm has offices in Durham, Greensboro, Wilmington, and Winston-Salem, NC, and is open to location for this position.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at all stages of their case, including client communication and litigation.
• Review and analyze medical and legal documents, statutes, and case law.
• Engage in legal writing and research, including motions, briefs, and appeals.
• Litigate claims through discovery, depositions, mediation, negotiations, hearings, and trials.
• Evaluate findings and develop case strategies and arguments.
• Investigate insurance coverage and additional sources.
• Engage in trial advocacy and guide clients through the litigation process.
• Supervise and collaborate with the personal injury team.

Requirements

• Fully fluent in Spanish with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Member of the N.C. State Bar or eligible to waive in.
• Three or more years' experience in personal injury law; pre-litigation experience required.
• Litigation experience is a plus.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Upbeat with a can-do attitude.

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.