Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Job Title: Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Attorney specializing in personal injury law. This position offers the flexibility of remote work and a unique opportunity to focus on strategic aspects of case management, courtroom preparation, and professional growth under the guidance of senior attorneys. The ideal candidate will possess experience in personal injury litigation, depositions, and legal writing, and will thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment that includes innovative tools and mentorship.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of personal injury litigation matters
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including complaints
• Conduct depositions, prepare clients, and represent them in hearings
• Draft and respond to discovery-related communications and motions
• Participate in settlement negotiations
• Attend court appearances and mediations
• Conduct investigations and provide litigation support
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on trial preparation and strategic case development

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in personal injury law, with a strong litigation background
• Proven ability to manage pre-litigation and discovery phases of personal injury cases
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
• Juris Doctor degree and active good standing with the California State Bar
• Experience with workers’ compensation cases (a plus)
• Proficiency in conducting depositions and written discovery
• Availability to work during Pacific Standard Time office hours

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California, with current good standing

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to handle high-pressure litigation tasks and deadlines
• Proficient in legal research, drafting, and deposition skills
• Strong attention to detail and case management abilities
• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish (preferred)

Job Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Complimentary parking
• Career development and mentorship programs
• Participation in focus groups, trial preparation, and attorney skill-building initiatives

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.