Personal Injury Litigation Attorney
TorkLaw
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Los Angeles • California • United States
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About the role
- Manage a heavy caseload and all phases of personal injury cases.
- Conduct thorough case investigations to determine liability and damages.
- Draft and file legal documents needed in litigation, discovery disputes, law and motion and opposing motions for summary judgment (MSJ opps)
- Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel.
- Provide exceptional client service, keeping clients informed about the progress of their cases.
- First Chair Civil Jury Trial
Requirements
- Lawyer in Good Standing to practice law in state
- 7+ years of personal injury experience with a focus in Trial.
- Min. 10+ Civil Jury Trials to Verdict
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of state laws, regulations, and legal procedures pertaining to personal injury cases
- Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to effectively interpret and apply legal precedents, statutes, and regulations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft and review legal documents, contracts, and correspondence
- Proven track record of successful case management and client representation, with a focus on achieving positive outcomes
- Experience in conducting legal research, preparing legal briefs, and providing sound legal advice to clients
- Ability to effectively collaborate and work as part of a team, including coordinating with paralegals, support staff, and other attorneys
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays annually
- 10 days of paid vacation annually
- 6 days of sick leave annually
- Medical insurance
- 401(k) with 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match
- Training and continuing education budget
- Regular firm events (happy hours, team building, holiday party, etc)
- Laptops are replaced every 3 years. After 3 years, your work laptop will become your personal laptop.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
personal injury lawcivil jury trialscase investigationslegal document draftingsettlement negotiationlegal researchcase managementlegal briefs preparationclient representationlegal advice
Soft Skills
client servicecommunicationanalytical skillscollaborationorganizational skillsattention to detaildiscretionteamworkproblem-solvingconfidentiality
Certifications
Lawyer in Good Standing