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Job ID#: 26780
Senior Associate Attorney needed to join our clients growing personal injury law firm.
This role will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload of personal injury litigation cases, ensuring effective representation, and maintaining clear communication with clients. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in personal injury law, including case management, legal research, and negotiation, as well as proficiency in handling legal documentation and court procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Manage a diverse caseload of personal injury claims from initial intake through resolution, including settlement negotiations or trial preparation.
- Client Interaction: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication, addressing concerns, and providing updates on case status.
- Legal Research and Writing: Conduct thorough legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses, as well as demand letters.
- Discovery: Handle all aspects of fact discovery and expert discovery including depositions.
- Court Appearances: Represent clients in court, including hearings, depositions, trials, and settlement conferences.
- Negotiations: Lead negotiations with opposing counsel, insurance companies, and other parties to reach favorable settlements for clients.
- Strategic Advice: Provide clients with sound legal advice and guidance based on their individual cases and the law.
- Collaboration: Work closely with senior attorneys, paralegals, and other team members to ensure case progression and preparation for trial or settlement.
- Document Review and Preparation: Review medical records, accident reports, and other documents critical to case development.
- Maintain Case Files: Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of case files and records in compliance with firm procedures.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys or legal staff, helping them develop their skills and understanding of personal injury law.
- Client Retention and Development: Assist in the development of relationships with existing clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and potential for future referrals.
- Stay Current on Legal Trends: Keep up to date with changes in personal injury law and relevant case law to provide the best legal representation to clients.
Qualifications:
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Licensing: Active license to practice law in the state of Texas.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience practicing personal injury law.
- Knowledge: In-depth understanding of personal injury laws, legal procedures, and relevant case law.
- Experience:
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficient in drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and demand letters.
- Significant deposition experience as lead lawyer including fact and expert depositions.
- Experienced in negotiations and settlement discussions with strong record of resolving civil matters.
- Ability to manage a caseload efficiently and effectively.
- Civil jury trial experience including 2nd chair and 1st chair.
- Technology Proficiency: Comfortable using legal case management software and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with other legal tools is a plus.
- Client-Focused: Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships while providing exceptional legal representation.
- Team Player: Ability to collaborate with colleagues, including senior attorneys and support staff, in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Mentorship: Willingness to mentor and guide junior attorneys or paralegals.
