Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a dedicated and experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle injury case litigation, conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and represent clients in various legal proceedings. The position requires strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Job Details:

• Handling injury case litigation with a focus on personal injury cases.
• Taking depositions of claimants, physicians, medical experts, and other relevant parties.
• Conducting discovery to gather information and evidence for cases.
• Performing thorough legal research to stay current with developments in the law.
• Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.
• Representing the client's interests at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and other legal proceedings.
• Communicating effectively with claims representatives.
• Coordinating and attending claims reviews.
• Negotiating settlements on behalf of clients.

Requirements:

• J.D. and licensed to practice law in Nebraska.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in handling personal injury cases.
• Strong research and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and legal billing software.
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, planning, attention to detail, and dependability.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Nebraska.

Skills:

• Litigation and legal research skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal billing software.

Job Location: Council Bluffs, IA

Benefits: The firm offers benefits, including Medical and a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.