Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Personal Injury Attorney in Duluth, MN. The role involves advocating for injured clients through record review, legal research, negotiations, and trial work. The attorney must be admitted to practice law in Minnesota and will handle various negligence-based claims.

Duties

• Manage a personal injury caseload, including auto accidents and wrongful death claims.
• Conduct initial client consultations and case evaluations.
• Review and summarize case records, including insurance and medical records.
• Draft and proofread legal correspondence and demand letters.
• Draft and file legal documents, including pleadings and motions.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions and court proceedings.
• Maintain regular communication with clients.
• Collaborate with support staff to advance cases.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical obligations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Minnesota.
• Ability to commute to meet clients as needed.
• Previous experience in a professional office environment.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple projects.
• Client-focused with high professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and additional leave policies, including parental and bereavement leave.
• Paid military leave.