Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Personal Injury Attorney to join their team in Omaha, Nebraska. This is a full-time position offering a competitive base salary, a semi-annual bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law and a commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate legal services to clients.

Location:

• Omaha, Nebraska

Duties:

• Manage personal injury caseloads through the pre-litigation claim process
• Interact and negotiate with insurance companies
• Communicate and maintain positive relationships with clients
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Ensure the accuracy of all prepared documents
• Comply with legal standards and regulations
• Provide direction and supervision to non-attorney staff in Omaha, ensuring adherence to all laws and regulations

Requirements:

• Active Bar license in Nebraska
• At least 2 years of personal injury practice experience
• Preferred: Active Bar license in Missouri
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills
• Committed to providing excellent, responsive, and compassionate client service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, etc.) and tech-savvy

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Bar license in Nebraska (Missouri license preferred)

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation and legal writing abilities
• Ability to handle a busy caseload while maintaining quality service to clients
• Knowledge of personal injury law and regulations
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage
• 401(k) matching retirement plan (up to 4%)
• 3 weeks (120 hours) of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Work-life balance with manageable hours
• Opportunity for career growth and stability within a growing law firm