Associate Attorney (Automotive Liability)

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Associate Attorney (Automotive Liability)

Are you an experienced automotive liability attorney looking for an opportunity to join a rock star litigation team? Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, . is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work under the leadership of a Partner with a successful trial record.

##Responsibilities

As an Associate Attorney, you will play a pivotal role in handling and managing a caseload of automotive liability cases. Your responsibilities will include:

- Independently handle a caseload of automotive liability matters, including investigations, pleadings, discovery, motions, and trials.
- Conduct legal research to develop case strategies and assess liability issues.
- Evaluate potential cases for merit and provide recommendations to senior attorneys.
- Interact with clients, insurance companies, and opposing counsel.
- Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates on case progress and explain legal strategies.
- Advocate for clients' interests in settlement negotiations and at trial.
- Stay current with changes in automotive liability laws, regulations, and precedents.
- Analyze complex legal issues, draft legal memoranda, and provide informed counsel to clients and senior attorneys.
- Draft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
- Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, depositions, and trials.
- Prepare witnesses for depositions and trial testimony.
- Attend and argue motions before judges as necessary.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure efficient case management.
- Assist in mentoring and supervising junior associates or legal staff, if applicable.
- Maintain accurate time records for billable hours and expenses.
- Prepare and submit client invoices in a timely manner.

##Qualifications

To be a successful Associate Attorney, you must have:

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- 1-3 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on automotive liability cases.
- Strong understanding of automotive liability laws and regulations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven litigation experience, including trial and deposition experience.
- Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of relevant legal software and case management tools.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality legal services and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.

##Salary and Benefits

At Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, ., we offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and paid time off.

##Join Our Team

Joining our team as an Associate Attorney specializing in automotive liability offers a unique opportunity to apply your legal skills and contribute to our clients' success. If you are passionate about automotive liability law and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated legal team.

##About Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, .

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, . is a full-service law firm providing legal services in the areas of automotive liability, insurance defense, health care, medical malpractice, nursing home defense, workers' compensation, and other related fields. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality legal services in a timely and cost-effective manner. Our attorneys are experienced in handling complex legal matters and are dedicated to achieving successful outcomes for our clients.

Litigation, Legal Research, Writing, Verbal Communication, Organizational and Time-Management

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

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Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active state bar membership

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