Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:
A law firm in Pensacola, FL, seeks a dedicated Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor of Law degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school, have passed the Florida State Bar exam, and have at least 3 years of experience in either Personal Injury or Criminal Law. The candidate should demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong critical thinking and research abilities, and the ability to manage a high volume of cases at various stages. The candidate must also exhibit compassion, a strong demand for justice, proficiency in computer-based skills, and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Duties:

• Conduct research and analyze cases to determine if the Firm can pursue them.
• Interpret laws for clients and help them understand all their legal rights and responsibilities.
• Aim to resolve cases as quickly and favorably as possible.
• Manage pre-litigation team.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including legal briefs, appeals, pleadings, discovery requests & responses, demands, motions and memorandums.
• Attend depositions, mediations, trials, arraignments, hearings, and negotiate settlements.
• Day-to-day management of your team.
• Undergo ongoing training to stay updated about changes and new developments in the legal field.

Requirements:

• Juris has a Doctor of Law degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
• Passed Florida State Bar exam.
• 3+ years of experience in either Personal Injury or Criminal Law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and research skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases in various stages.
• Compassion and a Demand for Justice.
• Highly proficient in computer-based skills, including MS Office, case management software, MS Teams, and MS Office.
• Ability to work autonomously and with a team of attorneys.
• Must be a self-starter and goal-oriented, focusing on long-term career goals.

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