Personal Injury Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm located in Hallandale Beach, FL, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law, excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to negotiate and litigate cases effectively.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case information.
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Draft correspondence and maintain communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and witness lists.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information at all times.
• Utilize proficiency in legal research using tools such as Westlaw or Lexis-Nexis.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Pay close attention to detail and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
• Work independently as well as part of a team to achieve case objectives.
• Preferred knowledge of the personal injury litigation process.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a personal injury attorney or defense attorney in a related field.
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw or Lexis-Nexis.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation and litigation abilities.
• A detail-oriented and organized approach to work.

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the Florida Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Document preparation and drafting.
• Communication with clients and court personnel.
• Trial preparation and organization.
• Confidentiality and ethics.
• Proficiency in Westlaw or Lexis-Nexis.
• Knowledge of personal injury litigation process.
• Negotiation and litigation skills.
• Multitasking and prioritization.
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities.

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