Personal Injury Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Personal Injury Associate Attorney for its office in Irvine, CA.

Job Overview:

The Personal Injury Associate Attorney will be responsible for managing all phases of personal injury cases from intake to settlement. This role requires conducting thorough case investigations, drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, and providing exceptional client service.

Duties:

• Manage all phases of personal injury cases from intake to settlement.
• Conduct thorough case investigations to determine liability and damages.
• Draft and file legal documents needed in pre-litigation.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel.
• Provide exceptional client service, keeping clients informed about the progress of their cases.

Requirements:

• Lawyer in Good Standing to practice law in the state of California.
• 2+ years of personal injury experience with a focus on Pre-Litigation.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of state laws, regulations, and legal procedures about personal injury cases.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and apply legal precedents, statutes, and regulations effectively.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft and review legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
• Proven track record of successful case management and client representation, with a focus on achieving positive outcomes.
• Experience in conducting legal research, preparing legal briefs, and providing sound legal advice to clients.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and work as part of a team, including coordinating with paralegals, support staff, and other attorneys.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Case management.
• Negotiation.
• Client communication.
• Team collaboration.
• Organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Confidentiality.

Benefits offered:

• 12 paid holidays annually.
• 10 days of paid vacation annually.
• 6 days of sick leave annually.
• Medical insurance for enrolled employees (Optional dependent’s coverage available at employee’s cost).
• Optional Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance plans.
• 401(k) with a 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match.
• Communications stipend for remote employees.
• Training and continuing education budget.
• Regular firm events (happy hours, team building, holiday party, etc).
• Laptops are replaced every 3 years. After 3 years, your work laptop will become your laptop.

Representing victims of serious personal injury and wrongful death, this firm has expanded its practice in the states throughout the country. Most cases involve victims of motor vehicle accidents, dangerous products, or unsafe conditions on a property. All the attorneys are experienced and successful trial lawyers who settled out of court, earning a significant amount of money on behalf of clients.