Attorney Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled attorney with a passion for advocacy and a background in nursing home abuse and neglect litigation. This role is remote and involves working closely with senior attorneys and administrative staff to provide high-quality representation for clients. The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills, experience in case strategy and management, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Duties

• Client Advocacy and Case Strategy

  • Assess client needs, craft legal solutions, and outline case strategies.
  • Represent clients in court for motions and legal proceedings.
  • Collaborate with team members on case strategies to maximize client outcomes.
  • Analyze legal nuances and case strengths to create effective arguments.

• Document and Motion Preparation

  • Draft correspondence, legal pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Conduct comprehensive legal research related to nursing home abuse and corporate oversight of facilities.
  • Develop persuasive memoranda and other legal documents.

• Legal Research and Analysis

  • Conduct in-depth research on laws, statutes, and case precedents pertinent to nursing home abuse cases.
  • Stay updated on legal developments relevant to the field of elder care and abuse litigation.

• Team Leadership and Case Oversight

  • Oversee paralegals and administrative staff to ensure efficient case management.
  • Track time records, assist with billing review, and coordinate client meetings.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years in a law firm setting, preferably with exposure to nursing home abuse or related litigation.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with legal research platforms (Westlaw and Lexis) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skills: Strong analytical, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Traits: Ability to manage a high caseload independently, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership is required, with a preference for active engagement in the local bar association.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting, filing, and successfully arguing motions in both state and federal courts.
• Familiarity with legal research tools and techniques, specifically for elder care and corporate negligence cases.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, along with advanced analytical skills.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility.
• Collaborative team environment focused on justice for vulnerable clients.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a specialized area of law.

The law firm has been helping the victims of nursing home abuse for over 25 years. Founded in 1997, the firm helps seniors and elderly residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout the United States. It handles all types of cases related to nursing home abuse including aspiration pneumonia, dehydration, bed sores, elopement, malnutrition, fall, broken bones, and assault. It has offices in Los Angeles, CA; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; and Dallas, TX.