Personal Injury Attorney

Griffith Law Group•Franklin, TN

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About The Position

GriffithLaw is seeking an experienced Attorney to join its growing personal injury firm in Franklin, Tennessee. Founded in 2016, the firm handles personal injury and wrongful death cases, including motor vehicle, premises liability, and dog bite cases. The role is suited to a motivated attorney who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to develop into a confident, highly capable litigator and trial attorney. The firm values honesty and integrity, excellent client communication, superior legal services, and a team-first attitude. The attorney will guide clients through the phases of their cases, manage litigation and case files, evaluate claims, communicate with insurers and opposing counsel, and handle legal research, drafting, discovery, depositions, mediations, court appearances, and jury trials. The position is full time, with the ability to work from home part-time. Salary is based on skill and experience, with bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Licensed to practice law in Tennessee.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
Strong academic background.
At least 5 years of personal injury law experience.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong legal research, writing, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage high-volume, complex litigation.
Motivation to develop legal skills and become a superior trial lawyer.
Alignment with the firm’s values of honesty and integrity, excellent client communication, superior legal services, and a team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

Inform and educate clients about the phases of a case while providing exceptional customer service.
Organize and work case files using Filevine case management software.
Evaluate potential cases and meet with injured parties to discuss their claims.
Manage and guide case managers regarding medical records, insurance correspondence, and client contact.
Communicate with insurance companies about liability questions and settlement.
Review and analyze medical records to determine case direction and value.
Meet with medical doctors to understand clients’ injuries and future needs.
Draft and file legal pleadings, including complaints, motions, and briefs.
Draft and finalize discovery responses and resolve discovery disputes with opposing counsel.
Conduct legal research and writing.
Appear in court for case management conferences and motion practice.
Prepare for and take depositions of parties and medical doctors.
Prepare for and attend mediations, and try cases before a jury.