Litigation Attorney

Job Details

This position calls for the attorney to run cases with the support of our professional staff and with the mentoring and guidance of the firm's other attorneys as needed, and to work alongside the other attorneys on our larger cases. Depending on the attorney's experience and the needs of the particular case, the attorney may be asked to handle any or all of the following tasks: working up cases from intake to trial, which can include conducting detailed research regarding standard of care, causation and damages in both personal injury and medical malpractice cases to determine whether the case is a fit for the office; reviewing and analyzing medical treatment records to assess the nature and extent of injuries including traumatic brain injury, paralysis, birth injury, and wrongful death; assisting in finding appropriate medical and other experts to evaluate potential cases or support existing ones; conducting other non-medical fact investigation regarding liability in cases involving trucking, motor vehicle accident, bike accident, dangerous condition, and product liability claims; drafting offensive and defensive discovery; preparing clients for deposition, along with taking and defending depositions; researching and writing pre-trial motions; drafting demand letters and mediation statements; and fully participating in mediations and trials.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career as a litigation attorney in this rewarding practice area
• Strong general litigation experience either on the plaintiff or defense side of personal injury and/or medical malpractice litigation
• Exceptionally qualified recent law school graduates with a strong academic background and solid writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Prior trial experience is not required, but is of course helpful, as would be the ability to speak a second language, particularly Spanish

Benefits

• $600 monthly toward a firm medical plan
• The full cost of a dental plan
• Two weeks of paid vacation, one week of paid sick leave, and paid major holidays

Compensation

Compensation will depend on the attorney's qualifications and experience and could range from $110,000 for entry level to $250,000 annually for a highly experienced candidate. We also offer a bonus program that shares a certain percentage of the firm's profits with all attorneys and staff based on their contribution to the firm's successes.