Entry Level Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Mickey Keenan PA • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys, gain hands-on experience in personal injury cases, and will be responsible for managing a caseload of personal injury matters.
The Associate works under the general direction of the COO and has a limited degree of discretion with respect to controlling cases assigned to him/her. The Associate works in conjunction with the Office Manager to handle administrative duties delegated by the Owner.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 0-3 years of experience, with some exposure to personal injury law preferred.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with experience drafting legal documents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach to professional development and a willingness to learn from senior attorneys.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations with prospective clients and serve as the principal contact between the Firm and its clients
• Manage a caseload of personal injury cases, working under the supervision of senior attorneys, from case initiation through resolution.
• Compile all possible information, evidence, and documentation, including medical records and bills, loss of earnings documentation and change in lifestyle information,
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents for filing in county and/or state courts
• Negotiate and settle all assigned cases
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates on case status, answer questions, and address concerns
• Representing clients in mediation, in deposition, and in court for motions, and other types of hearings
• Oversee the work of the Case Manager (CM).
• Assign case-related tasks appropriate for the position, such as: Client follow-up, Responding to client requests, Communicating with the client to obtain information/documents/records needed, Case tracking, Relay demands to insurance carriers

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance (owner contributes towards a portion of monthly premium)
• Dental, Vision, AFLAC
• Group Term Life Plan paid by employer
• 401K with employer contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree