Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview
A well-established personal injury law firm in Columbia, MO, is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney with at least one year of personal injury law experience. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with a dynamic legal team, provide top-tier client services, and manage personal injury cases through the pre-litigation process. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in personal injury law within a supportive, fast-paced environment.

Location

• Columbia, MO

Duties

• Manage personal injury caseloads through the pre-litigation claim process.
• Interact and negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of clients.
• Communicate with clients and maintain positive, professional relationships.
• Draft legal documents including correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and settlement agreements.
• Ensure all legal documents are accurate and meet required standards.
• Comply with all relevant legal standards and regulations in the personal injury process.
• Provide direction and supervision to non-attorney staff, ensuring adherence to legal requirements.

Requirements

• Must have an active Bar license in Missouri.
• At least 1 year of experience in personal injury law.
• Strong understanding of personal injury claims and insurance negotiations.
• Ability to manage a caseload and work independently.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and technology-savvy.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Missouri.

Skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing excellent and compassionate client service.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and tech tools commonly used in legal practice.

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 – enjoy your work without long or irregular hours.
• Stability – become a key member of a growing, energetic team.
• No billable hour requirements.