Personal Injury Attorney
About The Position
Block LLP is seeking a Personal Injury Attorney with plaintiff-side experience to manage a caseload from pre-litigation through litigation as needed. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys advocating for injured clients, and is committed to achieving outstanding case outcomes. The Personal Injury Attorney will be responsible for evaluating cases, negotiating settlements, litigating matters when necessary, and guiding clients throughout the legal process. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and capable of independently managing a caseload while collaborating effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
Requirements
- Active California Bar license and good standing with the State Bar.
- Minimum of 2 years of plaintiff personal injury experience.
- Experience independently managing personal injury cases.
- Strong negotiation, case evaluation, and settlement skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities effectively.
- Commitment to providing exceptional client service.
Nice To Haves
- Experience handling litigation matters from filing through resolution.
- Experience conducting depositions, court appearances, mediations, and settlement conferences.
- Trial preparation experience.
- Experience working in a high-volume plaintiff-side personal injury practice.
- Leadership experience or interest in mentoring and supporting team development.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
- Evaluate liability, damages, and case value to develop effective case strategies.
- Maintain accurate and timely case documentation.
- Ensure cases move efficiently while delivering exceptional client service.
- Handle demand preparation, settlement negotiations, and claim resolution.
- Communicate directly with insurance adjusters and opposing parties.
- Analyze medical records, liability evidence, and damages documentation.
- Advocate aggressively for clients throughout the settlement process.
- Litigate cases as necessary, including filing complaints, conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, and attending court appearances.
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related documents.
- Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, settlement conferences, and trial.
- Work closely with litigation support staff to ensure deadlines and case milestones are met.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding legal strategy and case progress.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and responsiveness.
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, case managers, and leadership to maximize case outcomes.
- Uphold the firm's commitment to exemplary client service and professionalism.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Leadership visibility and meaningful impact within a growing firm.
- Opportunity to manage cases independently while collaborating with a supportive team.
- Clear processes and efficient workflows designed to maximize success.
- High-growth environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Firm-wide events, team outings, and celebrations.
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, beverages, and coffee.
- 9 paid firm holidays annually, plus additional paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
