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New Orleans, LA, United States

Bilingual Personal Injury Trial Attorney

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a dedicated and passionate Bilingual (Spanish) Personal Injury Trial Attorney to join its team in New Orleans, LA. This full-time, on-site role is located at the firm's Metairie office. The successful candidate will handle a variety of personal injury and civil litigation cases from start to finish. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney to work alongside an experienced team and grow their legal career while delivering exceptional results for clients.

Duties:

• Manage personal injury cases, guiding them through intake, settlement, or jury verdict.
• Provide clear and consistent communication with clients, ensuring they are informed and supported throughout the legal process.
• Lead litigation tasks including depositions, drafting and responding to motions, and case research.
• Develop and implement effective case strategies with the support of team members.
• Serve as lead counsel during mediations and trials, advocating for clients in court.
• Collaborate with staff, including legal assistants and case managers, to streamline case management and ensure progress.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in personal injury or civil litigation.
• Active and in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar.
• Experience in drafting and responding to motions and a strong understanding of civil procedure and evidence.
• Fluent in Spanish, with the ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking clients.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and effectively work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership with the Louisiana State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent legal writing, research, and communication skills.
• Strong trial advocacy skills, including experience with depositions, motions, and trials.
• Exceptional ability to manage client relationships and work with support staff.
• Fluent in Spanish with the ability to translate and communicate in both languages effectively.
• High level of organizational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload.

Benefits:

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance, fully covered for the employee.
• 401k plan with up to a 3% match.
• Contingency fee referral opportunities.
• Ongoing training and mentorship from a nationwide team of experienced attorneys.
• Dedicated office space with full legal staff support.

This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive, collaborative environment and to make a significant impact on clients' lives while advancing your legal career.

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