Associate Attorney- Relocation Required

Parnall Law • Durham, NC

141d • $200,000 - $400,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Parnall Law Firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to advocate for injured clients and maximize their recoveries. The role is a key part of a collaborative legal team and includes client intake, investigation, negotiation, and litigation. The attorney is expected to build trust with clients, document facts relevant to liability, damages, and coverage, and coordinate client and office actions to position cases effectively. Responsibilities include directing investigations, assessing insurance coverage, gathering evidence, preparing cases for trial, negotiating with adjusters, filing suit when needed, and guiding clients through litigation. The attorney will also prepare pleadings and discovery, plan and execute trial preparation, mediation, and arbitration, and review correspondence drafted by team members.

The position is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and relocation is required. The firm offers $10,000 in relocation assistance and personalized transition support. The regular office schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, including daily 8:00 AM huddles. Attendance in the office is expected unless the attorney is attending meetings, hearings, depositions, or trials. Performance outcomes include resolving 95% of cases within Full Settlement Value, generating $1.5 million in attorney fees annually, and achieving a positive client review rate of 95%.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of personal injury or insurance defense experience.
• Willingness to relocate to Albuquerque, New Mexico.
• Strong desire to work as part of a team advocating for injured clients.

Responsibilities

• Advocate compassionately and determinedly for injured clients to maximize their recovery.
• Conduct initial client meetings, build trust, document facts related to liability, damages, and coverage, and outline client and office action items.
• Direct investigations, assess insurance coverage, and gather evidence to build strong cases for trial.
• Prepare cases for trial and evaluate Full Settlement Value.
• Maintain relationships with insurance adjusters while negotiating aggressively and strategically.
• File suit when necessary and guide clients through the litigation process.
• Prepare pleadings and discovery for lawsuits.
• Plan and execute trial preparation, mediation, or arbitration.
• Review and sign correspondence drafted by team members in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the team to move cases efficiently through the process.
• Attend daily 8:00 AM huddles and review out-of-standard cases with the lead attorney weekly.
• Work toward the stated outcomes of resolving 95% of cases within Full Settlement Value, generating $1.5 million in annual attorney fees, and achieving a 95% positive client review rate.

Benefits

• Annual compensation of $200,000–$400,000, consisting of base salary and performance bonuses paid twice monthly.
• $25,000 sign-on bonus paid in increments over the first 6 months.
• $10,000 relocation assistance package and personalized relocation support.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and select paid holidays.
• Opportunities for community outreach and pro bono work.
• Annual company goal trips and in-office perks, such as a health bar.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed