Associate Attorney Personal Injury

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to handle personal injury cases, with an emphasis on plaintiff-side litigation. This role offers the opportunity to focus on case strategy and professional growth, free from the routine tasks typically assigned to junior attorneys. The ideal candidate will have experience with depositions, court appearances, and mediations, as well as a strong interest in taking on trial responsibilities. This position provides substantial mentorship from senior attorneys, along with access to resources such as focus groups, trial preparation, and cutting-edge AI technology to boost efficiency. The firm’s environment encourages both professional and personal development, including opportunities for growth in trial work.

Duties:

• Manage a diverse caseload of personal injury litigation matters, from filing to resolution.
• Prepare and draft key legal documents, including complaints, motions, and discovery responses.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Provide clients with deposition preparation and representation during hearings.
• Draft and respond to motions, including dispositive motions.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and strategize optimal outcomes for clients.
• Attend court appearances and hearings on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with the investigation team to gather critical case evidence.
• Assist senior attorneys in trial preparation and other complex litigation tasks.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience in Personal Injury law, with a focus on litigation.
• Solid experience in pre-litigation case management and discovery processes.
• Proficiency in conducting depositions and managing discovery.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple cases concurrently.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Flexibility and a strong work ethic to meet deadlines and manage caseloads efficiently.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar, in good standing.

Skills:

• Strong legal writing, including the ability to draft motions, responses, and discovery documents.
• Ability to take and defend depositions effectively.
• Strong negotiation skills for settlement discussions.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage high volumes of cases.
• Proficient in using legal technology and tools to improve productivity.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Access to innovative technology designed to improve efficiency and productivity.

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.