Personal Injury Trial Attorney

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Job Overview

A prominent law firm in Lexington, KY, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Trial Attorney to handle a high-volume caseload and represent clients in personal injury litigation. This role is ideal for an attorney with strong trial experience, a proactive approach, and a commitment to achieving justice for clients.

Location

• Lexington, KY

Duties

• Manage Caseload: Oversee approximately 150 cases, with about 50 in active litigation each month, guiding each case from intake through settlement or jury verdict.
• Client Communication: Maintain transparent, proactive communication with clients to keep them informed and supported throughout the legal process.
• Litigation Activities: Conduct depositions, draft and respond to motions, lead mediations, and develop effective case strategies.
• Trial Representation: Serve as lead counsel in jury trials, passionately advocating for favorable client outcomes.

Requirements

• Legal Experience: Minimum of 3 years practicing personal injury or civil litigation, with 5-8 years preferred. Experience in both plaintiff and defense roles is valuable, with a preference for plaintiff-side experience.
• Licensure: Active license in good standing with the State Bar; multiple state bar admissions are a plus.
• Trial Experience: At least 5+ first-chair trial verdicts required, with a preference for 10+ first-chair jury verdicts. Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to articulate case strategies and engage effectively with clients and team members.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership with the State Bar.

Skills

• Proficient in case management, legal research, and trial preparation.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Support: Access to a dedicated office space, as well as at least one case manager and one paralegal for efficient caseload management.
• Innovative Tools: Proprietary AI software to streamline demand letter drafting and increase efficiency.
• Efficient Record Retrieval: In-house medical records service reducing retrieval times by an average of seven days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous growth through firm-wide knowledge sharing and complex case solutions.
• Financial Support: All legal expenses related to cases are covered, allowing full focus on advocacy.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306