Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm in Burlington, VT, is seeking a full-time Personal Injury Attorney to manage personal injury cases from inception to resolution. The role involves working closely with senior attorneys and staff, performing legal research, drafting legal documents, and maintaining up-to-date client files. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking growth within a collaborative and supportive legal environment.

Location

• Burlington, Vermont

Duties

• Maintain organized client files, ensuring information is readily available for attorneys, paralegals, and staff.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and paralegals to resolve cases efficiently.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements.
• Conduct legal research and represent clients at hearings and legal proceedings.
• Provide legal counsel to clients with the assistance of senior attorneys.
• Assist clients with documentation and legal advice on property damage and personal injury matters.
• Communicate with clients through phone, email, and in-person meetings throughout the case.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers and adjusters regarding liability, uninsured, and underinsured claims.
• Investigate and prosecute personal injury claims.
• Document case status using a case management system and establish case timelines based on the client’s medical status.
• Review case statuses regularly and resolve issues that may delay case progression.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers, assessing overall case value and insurance coverage.
• Prepare demand packages and work towards favorable settlements for clients.
• Evaluate and negotiate liens involving Medicare, Medicaid, health insurance, Worker’s Compensation, and other entities.
• Advise case managers on personal injury claim settlements.
• Prepare legal documents such as Notices of Claim, Federal Tort Claims Act forms, and other related petitions.
• Represent clients in Municipal Law Section 50-H Hearings, Mediations, and Arbitrations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Vermont State Bar.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in PC applications, Windows, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active Vermont State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong legal research and drafting skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.
• Proficiency with case management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Benefits

• Potential for incentive-based bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with mentorship from senior attorneys.