Bilingual Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Bilingual Personal Injury Attorney in Durham, North Carolina. This role offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. The firm is open to various office locations within North Carolina for this position.

Duties

• 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.
• Supervise and collaborate with the personal injury team.

Requirements

• Fluency in Spanish with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Membership in the N.C. State Bar or eligibility to waive in.
• Three or more years of experience in Personal Injury law, with 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.
• Effective issue-spotting and case strategy development.

Benefits

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