Trial Attorney

Morgan & Morgan•New Haven, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced General Liability Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice of plaintiff's lawyers and supporting case staff in our office in New Haven. The Trial Attorney will handle a heavy and complex case-load of cases from pre-litigation, litigation, trial prep and trial. Cases may include representing plaintiffs in slip and fall; security negligence; wrongful death; dog bite / animal attack; and other cases. Our law firm's generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, non-recoverable draw, and standard commission fees / bonuses, as well as a full benefits package.

Requirements

Law degree from a fully accredited law school
An active member in good standing with the State Bar Association in CT
Minimum 3+ years of personal injury experience
Ability to manage high volume of pre-lit and litigation cases
Excellent client service and communication skills
Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Responsibilities

Day-to-day handling of both pre-litigation and litigation cases
Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memorandum
Guide clients through the case process
Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances