Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate attorney specializing in personal injury to join their team in Anaheim, CA. The role involves handling a variety of personal injury cases, from inception to trial, with a focus on achieving maximum client recovery.

Duties

• Handle all aspects of personal injury litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation and execution.
• Represent clients in court, mediation, depositions, and arbitration, advocating effectively at each stage.
• Draft clear and compelling legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Communicate effectively and frequently with clients, opposing counsel, and courts, including engaging in regular settlement negotiations on behalf of clients.
• Manage caseload independently while collaborating with company attorneys and support staff.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active State Bar membership in applicable job location.
• Minimum 3-5 years of personal injury or similar law experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active State Bar membership in applicable job location.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

• Company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• Continuing education support, including membership dues and MCLE courses.
• Health, dental, life, vision, and pet insurance plans.
• Paid time off that starts to accrue on the first day of work.
• Generous 401k and profit share plan.

Company info

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