Entry-level Personal Injury Associate Attorney

A law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is seeking an Entry-level Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys, gaining hands-on experience in personal injury cases, and will be responsible for managing a caseload of personal injury matters.

Duties:

• Work closely with clients to understand the extent of their injuries and provide legal guidance.
• Negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel on behalf of clients.
• Represent clients in court during personal injury proceedings.
• Manage a caseload of personal injury cases, including auto accidents, slip and falls, premises liability claims, and wrongful death cases.
• Draft and respond to discovery, motions, and legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Collaborate with experts from various disciplines for report drafting and deposition preparation.
• Utilize substantial knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence.

Requirements:

• Licensed and in good standing with the Florida State Bar.
• At least 1 year of experience or recent law school graduate.
• Experience in pre-suit and litigating personal injury on the plaintiff's side is a plus.
• Experience drafting and responding to motions is an asset.
• Strong writing and legal research skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills are a plus.
• Attorneys with a portable caseload will receive preferential consideration.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed and in good standing with the Florida State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with personal injury case management.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with experts from various disciplines.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits are paid 100% by the employer, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Referral program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• State-of-the-art office environment with a positive and enthusiastic work culture.
• Bar dues and CLEs provided by the law firm.
• Commission on any case brought into the firm for any area of law handled by the firm (minus PIP).

Attorneys at this law firm are committed to offering outstanding representation in a variety of issues. Their areas of practice include catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, security negligence, criminal law, insurance claims, workers' compensation, medical malpractice, and more. Their offices are located in Florida.