Associate Attorney needed for Lawrence office

Job Overview: A law firm in Lawrence, KS, is seeking an Associate Attorney to primarily manage personal injury caseloads through the pre-litigation claim process, with potential involvement in litigation. The role involves interacting with and negotiating with insurance companies, maintaining positive client relationships, and drafting various legal documents.

Duties:

• Manage personal injury caseloads from inception to resolution, including pre-litigation and potential litigation phases.
• Interact and negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates and maintain positive relationships.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents as necessary.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards and regulations in all documents prepared.
• Uphold high standards of client service, demonstrating responsiveness and compassion.

Requirements:

• An Active Bar license in Kansas is required.
• 1 year of experience pursuing or defending personal injury law claims, workers’ compensation, disability, or civil litigation.
• Preferred active Bar license in Missouri.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Commitment to delivering superb client service with empathy and professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, etc.) and tech-savvy abilities.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership and good standing with the Kansas Bar Association.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance coverages.
• 401(k) matching retirement plan up to 4%.
• 3 weeks (120 hours) of paid time off (PTO) annually.
• Paid holidays.
• Work/life balance with a focus on reasonable working hours and a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity for professional growth and stability within a dynamic, expanding law firm.