Associate Attorney (Personal Injury)

Parnall Law • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Parnall Law Firm is dedicated to client service and is recognized as the most highly reviewed and largest personal injury firm in New Mexico. The firm boasts a top culture, having been awarded “Best Place to Work†and “Top Workplace†for six and five consecutive years, respectively, based on anonymous employee feedback. The firm provides unmatched support with experienced investigators (retired police officers), dedicated case managers, paralegals, and demand drafters, as well as collaborative and creative attorneys who foster teamwork and mentorship. Joining the firm allows attorneys to focus on advocating for injured clients and maximizing case outcomes. In this role, your primary mission is to maximize recovery for the value of clients' harm and the wrong that caused it, using intelligent, compassionate, and determined advocacy. You will be a key member of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Requirements

• 5+ years personal injury or insurance defense experience
• Willingness to work on-site in Albuquerque, NM
• Strong desire to work as part of a team to advocate for our injured clients

Responsibilities

• Show compassion and build trust during intake and first meetings with clients.
• Document all facts pertinent to liability, damages, and coverage during client intake.
• Outline client and office action items to posture the case effectively.
• Direct investigations to build strong cases for trial.
• Assess insurance coverage and gather critical evidence.
• Prepare cases for trial while evaluating Full Settlement Value.
• Maintain relationships with adjusters while negotiating aggressively and strategically.
• File suit when necessary and guide clients through the litigation process.
• Prepare pleadings and discovery for lawsuits.
• Strategize and execute trial preparations, mediation, or arbitration.
• Timely review and sign correspondence drafted by team members.
• Collaborate effectively to ensure cases move efficiently through the process.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and select paid holidays
• Opportunities for community outreach and pro bono work
• Annual company goal trips and in-office perks (e.g., health bar)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees