Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm specializing in personal injury law seeks a motivated and experienced Personal Injury Attorney to manage and oversee all phases of pre-litigation and litigation personal injury cases. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, legal expertise, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties:

• Manage all aspects of pre-litigation personal injury cases from intake to settlement.
• Communicate extensively with clients, manage their medical treatment, and provide ongoing case updates.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date client case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and accessible.
• Review, analyze, and organize medical records and bills for case preparation.
• Calculate damages, including lost wages, property damage, and medical expenses.
• Prepare comprehensive demand packages to submit to insurance companies.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies on behalf of clients.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other court-related documents as necessary.
• Manage all aspects of discovery and ensure deadlines are met.
• Attend mediations, depositions, court appearances, and trials as required.
• Conduct thorough legal research and stay updated on personal injury law developments.
• Lead and supervise a team handling client cases, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Handle a high volume of cases efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and quality of work.

Requirements:

• Preferably 1 year of personal injury law or litigation experience.
• Graduate of an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current member of the California Bar and in good standing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and possesses a strong work ethic.
• Enjoys continuous learning in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in an all Mac environment.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current membership in the California Bar and in good standing.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proficient in legal research and case management software.
• Ability to lead and supervise a team effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client and colleague interactions.

This position is located in Oceanside, CA.