Personal Injury Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join their team in Portland, Oregon. This position is ideal for a professional with a background in litigation, particularly in personal injury cases, although prior experience in this specific field is not required. The attorney will work on a diverse caseload, including matters such as motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, product liability, and workplace injuries. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to develop their skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Duties

• Handle a wide range of personal injury cases, including bicycle, pedestrian, motor vehicle collisions, and workplace injuries.
• Manage pre-litigation cases, including interactions with liability insurers and reviewing medical records.
• Represent clients in Oregon state courts, handling motion practice, depositions, and trials.
• Collaborate with clients, witnesses, and experts to develop effective case strategies.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Provide counsel to clients, explaining legal options and helping them navigate the claims process.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of litigation experience in Oregon state courts.
• Experience with motion practice, depositions, and trial work.
• A background in personal injury law is preferred, but not essential for the right candidate.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Passion for helping clients and advocating on their behalf.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in Oregon.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and drafting legal documents such as motions and pleadings.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for client and team collaboration.
• Knowledge of personal injury law and experience with case management.
• Ability to represent clients in trial and settlement negotiations.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Vision insurance

This law firm provides a wide variety of legal services to injured and disabled persons in Oregon. Its core practice areas include personal injury, social security disability, workers' compensation, car collisions, brain injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, defective products, and premises liability. The firm's office is located in Portland, Oregon.