Associate Attorney- Relocation Required

Parnall Law•Fairfax, VA

141d•$200,000 - $400,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Attorney advocates for injured clients and seeks to maximize recovery for the harm they suffered. This role works collaboratively with investigators, case managers, paralegals, demand drafters, and other attorneys to move cases efficiently and improve outcomes. The attorney handles client intake, investigation, insurance coverage assessment, negotiation, and litigation, preparing cases for trial and guiding clients through the litigation process. The position is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and requires relocation; relocation assistance is provided. The attorney is expected to be in the office from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM when not attending meetings, hearings, depositions, or trials, and to attend daily 8:00 AM huddles. Outcomes include reviewing out-of-standard cases with the lead attorney weekly, resolving 95% of cases within Full Settlement Value, generating $1.5 million in attorney fees annually, and achieving a 95% positive client review rate.

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 recovery for the harm and wrongdoing they experienced.
Conduct client intake and first meetings, build trust, document facts about liability, damages, and coverage, and outline client and office action items.
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 insurance adjusters and negotiate aggressively and strategically.
File suit when necessary and guide clients through the litigation process.
Prepare pleadings and discovery for lawsuits.
Develop and execute trial preparations, mediation, and arbitration.
Review and sign correspondence drafted by team members in a timely manner.
Collaborate with colleagues 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 resolving 95% of cases within Full Settlement Value, generating $1.5 million in attorney fees annually, and achieving a 95% positive client review rate.

Benefits

Annual base salary plus performance bonuses, with compensation stated as $200,000–$400,000 annually.
$25,000 sign-on bonus paid in increments over the first 6 months.
$10,000 relocation assistance package and personalized relocation support.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off (PTO).
Select paid holidays.
Opportunities for community outreach and pro bono work.
Annual company goal trips.
In-office perks, including a health bar.