Personal Injury Attorney

A law firm in Rochester, MN, is seeking an experienced and compassionate Personal Injury Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping injured clients and their families secure justice and support their recovery. This role involves handling negotiations, record reviews, depositions, hearings, and trials, and requires a strong commitment to client advocacy and professional excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing parties to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Review and analyze medical records, legal documents, and other relevant information to build strong cases.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions, hearings, and trials, representing clients in various legal proceedings.
• Develop and implement case strategies, providing legal advice tailored to clients’ specific needs.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, offering updates and addressing any questions or concerns.
• Collaborate with legal team members and support staff to ensure effective case management.
• Manage multiple cases and legal projects simultaneously, meeting all deadlines and ensuring high-quality work.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism and client service, handling confidential matters with discretion.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice law in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, or North Dakota.
• Prior experience working in a professional office environment, ideally with a focus on personal injury law.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with comfort speaking on the phone.
• Ability to reliably commute to the office and meet clients as needed.
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and customer service.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and advocacy abilities.
• Expertise in analyzing and interpreting complex legal and medical documents.
• Proficient in legal research and case preparation.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment with a commitment to achieving results.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off, Wellness Leave, Parental Leave, and Bereavement Leave.
• Paid parking.