Hickey Smith Dodd is seeking a California Personal Injury Insurance Defense Attorney with significant trial experience. We are a technology-enabled law firm with a nationwide footprint. Our insurance defense practice group has seen significant growth in California over the past few years and our growth is continuing. We are currently seeking a trial attorney with a minimum of 12 years of insurance defense experience, with subject mat
Do you want to work side by side with a legal team led by a plaintiff’s trial lawyer with a history of 7-figure and 8-figure jury verdicts? Do you have a proven history of being a detail-oriented litigation attorney with a track record of document review in complex litigation? Do you have a proven history of taking depositions of fact and expert witnesses in complex litigation matters? Our legal team needs an additional experienc
Position Summary New attorneys are welcome to apply. The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 1 years of proven litigation experience. Key Responsibilities Represent clients in special education matters, from inception to mediations, Oversee and grow the personal injury department, including case strategy, client communicat
Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities - Review new file assignments and approve initial pleadings, propound discovery, and/or develop strategy - Contact clients to discuss their case and answer any questions, maintaining contact at a minimum of every 60 days - Engage with claims to establish an initial litigation plan, maintain recurring contact every 60 days, and participate in strategy conferences - Conduct all aspects of discovery, including written discovery and depos
Attorney Job Title: Trial & Litigation Attorney - Plaintiff-Side Personal Injury Job Responsibilities: - Manage a meaningful plaintiff-side caseload from intake through resolution. - Take and defend depositions. - Handle discovery, motion practice, and mediation. - Work closely with experts and co-counsel. - Prepare cases for trial and try them. - Build real relationships with clients, as this is a non-negotiable aspect of the role. Education and Experience Information: -
Associate Attorney Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The successful candidate for the Associate Attorney position at the law firm will be responsible for providing legal counsel in various areas of law including business law, personal injury, probate, estate planning, real estate, or family law. The role demands a hard-working, self-motivated, and organized individual who can maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate a genuine desire to help others. The
Job Title: Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in personal injury litigation cases, ensuring their rights and interests are effectively advocated in legal settings. - Prepare and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs, pertinent to personal injury cases. - Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy development. - Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients, aiming for favorable outcomes without the need f
Job Title: Personal Injury Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle both pre-litigation and litigation cases from inception through trial or settlement. - Conduct client meetings, case evaluations, and strategy development. - Draft and file all necessary legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses/requests, and demands. - Represent clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances. - Collaborate with a team of paralegals and suppor
Staff Attorney Job Title: Staff Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Provide expert legal advice and counsel on complex issues across various practice areas, including estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, family law, personal injury law, and more. - Conduct thorough legal research using platforms such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies and ensure compliance with current laws and regulations. - Draft comprehensive legal documents, including ple
Job Title: Personal Injury Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle both pre-litigation and litigation cases from inception through trial or settlement. - Conduct client meetings, case evaluations, and strategy development. - Draft and file all necessary legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses/requests, demands, and more. - Represent clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances. - Collaborate with a team of paralegals and
Job Title: Senior Counsel (Complex Trial) Job Responsibilities: - Lead Complex Trials: Represent clients in high-exposure and complex insurance defense cases, such as those involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, property damage, and professional liability. - Case Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive case strategies, including risk assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation. - Client Advisement: Work closely with clients, insuran
Job Title: Pre-Suit Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle all pre-litigation work on a day-to-day basis. - Complete the Flip-to-Lit approval process. - Guide clients through the case process, providing them with necessary information and updates. - Draft and file pre-litigation documents. - Complete TD approval for liability issues, ensuring all aspects are thoroughly reviewed. - Oversee settlement negotiations and the formation of demand packages to ensure favorable outco
Job Title: Associate Attorney - Complex Civil Litigation Job Responsibilities: - The Associate Attorney will be responsible for joining the Complex Civil Litigation team at the law firm. - The candidate will need to draft, review, and manage essential pleadings and motions. - The role includes responding to discovery requests and engaging effectively with clients and colleagues. - The attorney should be able to utilize MS Word, Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, and Excel p
Job Title: Bodily Injury Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Draft and review substantive pleadings and motions. - Analyze discovery issues and prepare reports for clients. - Attend court hearings, depositions, meetings with clients, and negotiate settlements. - Assist with trial preparation and attend trial. - Must be competent and proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel. - Communicate effectively with team members and clients. - Abilit
Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Draft and review substantive pleadings and motions. - Respond to motions and discovery requests. - Attend and chair hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings with clients. - Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients. - Communicate effectively with team members and clients. - Provide excellent customer service with a client-first mindset. - Work in a fast-paced and evolving environment. - Utilize proficiency in Word
Job Title: Attorney - Personal Injury Litigation Job Responsibilities: - Manage a personal injury caseload of 50+ active matters from intake through settlement or trial. - Conduct and defend depositions, including those of parties, witnesses, treating physicians, and experts. - Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences. - Draft and argue motions in court, including dispositive and discovery-related motions. - Appear regularly in court for hear
Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Manage an assigned caseload from inception through resolution, ensuring each case progresses efficiently and effectively. - Draft various legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, as well as legal correspondence. - Conduct legal research and prepare cases thoroughly for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials. - Take and defend depositions, including those of plaintiffs, to gathe
Job Title: Associate Attorney, Litigation Job Responsibilities: The associate attorney will be responsible for handling overflow work primarily involving personal injury matters and other areas of civil practice. The key duties include: - Managing all aspects of cases including intake, gathering medical records, and client interaction - Preparing demand packages, drafting complaints, motions, and responsive pleadings - Conducting interrogatories, depositions, and trial prepa
Job Title: Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients throughout all phases of litigation, from initiation to expert discovery, in cases involving general liability. - Attend court appearances, hearings, depositions, and case management conferences. - Conduct complex legal research and discovery investigations. - Draft discovery requests and responses, motions, case evaluation summaries, court orders, settlement agreements, affidavits, pleadings, motions,
Job Title: Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in all phases of litigation, from initiation to expert discovery in litigation matters. - Attend court appearances, hearings, depositions, and case management conferences. - Conduct complex legal research and discovery investigations. - Draft various legal documents including discovery requests and responses, motions, case evaluation summaries, court orders, settlement agreements, affidavits, pleadings,
Associate Attorney Law Firm On-site $100K/yr Full-time Job Description Our law firm is currently seeking a full-time associate attorney to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to learn from senior attorneys and provide legal counsel to existing clients. The selected candidate will be responsible for performing legal research, drafting legal documents, and maintaining updated client files. This position is ideal for individuals who have completed law scho
Job Title: Associate Attorney (Personal Injury Law) Job Responsibilities: - Manage a full caseload of litigated personal injury matters from filing to resolution - Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents - Attend and argue at court hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations - Work closely with clients, experts, and medical providers to build strong case strategies - Oversee and direct paralegals and legal assistants ass
Job Title Personal Injury Attorney Job Responsibilities - Provide exceptional client service through clear, empathetic communication - Build strong, collaborative relationships with support team - Manage a full docket of personal injury cases from intake to resolution - Advocate fiercely for clients against large insurance companies - Contribute to a positive, team-driven office culture Education and Experience Information - Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited
Job Title: Litigation Attorney – (Associate - Partner) – Insurance Defense Job Responsibilities: - Manage or support insurance defense cases from intake through resolution - Draft pleadings, discovery, and legal memoranda - Conduct or assist with depositions and hearings - Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals - Contribute to trial preparation and strategy Education and Experience Information: - . from an accredited law school - Licen...
Job Title: General Liability Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Conduct thorough research and writing to support litigation processes. - Engage in all phases of insurance defense litigation, including case management, motion practice, and discovery. - Handle hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials effectively. - Provide defense for property and personal injury claims for both businesses and individuals, whether insured or self-insured. - Excel in litig
Job Title General Liability Attorney Job Responsibilities The General Liability Attorney will be part of the General Liability Practice at a law firm and will work with an experienced trial team specializing in Real Estate and Personal Injury defense. The attorney will handle all phases of insurance defense litigation, including: - Case management - Motion practice - Discovery - Conducting hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials The group represents defendant
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Job Title: Professional Liability Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Work with an experienced trial team in the areas of Real Estate and Personal Injury defense. - Defend professional liability claims involving Directors & Officers, Legal Malpractice, Errors & Omissions, and Architects & Engineers. - Represent various professionals either by direct engagement or through their insurance carriers. These professionals include accountants, architects & engineers, attorne
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Job Title: Professional Liability Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Professional Liability Associate Attorney will be responsible for defending professional liability claims. This includes handling cases involving Directors & Officers, Legal Malpractice, Errors & Omissions, and Architects & Engineers. The attorney will work within the Professional Liability Practice, representing a diverse range of professionals. This representation can be through direct engage
Job Title: General Liability Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The General Liability Associate Attorney will be responsible for participating in all phases of insurance defense litigation. Key duties include: - Conducting thorough legal research and drafting legal documents such as motions and briefs. - Managing cases from inception through trial, including handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. - Engaging in motion practice and discovery processes
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Job Title: Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle and manage personal injury files from initiation through trial. - Work on litigation files including filing lawsuits, writing discovery, conducting depositions, and trying cases. - Regularly interact with clients, adjusters, staff, and other lawyers. - Lead a litigation team consisting of more than five members. - Litigate cases from beginning to end. - Exhibit good work ethics and attention to detail. - Work cohe
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Job Title: Experienced Personal Injury Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Draft legal documents to be filed with the court. - Complete legal documents. - Take depositions and attend hearings. - Draft and file legal motions. - Represent the law firm in legal matters, such as hearings and trials. Education and Experience Information: - A minimum of 3 years of experience in personal injury law is required. - Must have a valid California Bar license. Salary Information: - Not ex
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Job Title: General Liability Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Conduct comprehensive legal research and writing for various phases of insurance defense litigation. - Manage cases effectively from inception through resolution. - Engage in motion practice and discovery, ensuring thorough preparation and strategy development. - Handle hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials with proficiency. - Represent defendants in significant exposure cases across various general liab
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Job Title Associate Job Responsibilities The Associate at the law firm will manage a diverse caseload, requiring the ability to handle various aspects of the litigation process. Key responsibilities include: - Conducting thorough legal research to support case strategies and legal arguments. - Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and other necessary paperwork for court proceedings. - Representing clients in court, advocating on their behalf, and ensurin
Job Title: PI Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle all aspects of cases including preparation of complaints, discovery, law and motion, and trial preparation. - Participate in depositions and other hearings. - Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents. - Develop legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients. - Develop and deliver arguments and represent clients in personal injury matters. - Fight for clients to secure s
Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Litigate personal injury cases from intake through resolution, including drafting pleadings, preparing and answering discovery, taking and defending depositions, attending hearings, and trying cases. - Prepare strategic, case-specific written discovery, motions, and briefs to advance clients’ interests. - Represent clients in court proceedings and mediations with confidence and clarity. - Monitor and manage clients' med...
Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Litigate personal injury cases from intake through resolution, which includes drafting pleadings, preparing and answering discovery, taking and defending depositions, attending hearings, and trying cases. - Prepare strategic, case-specific written discovery, motions, and briefs to advance clients' interests. - Represent clients in court proceedings and mediations with confidence and clarity. - Monitor and manage medical t
Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Litigate personal injury cases from intake through resolution, which includes drafting pleadings, preparing and answering discovery, taking and defending depositions, attending hearings, and trying cases. - Prepare strategic, case-specific written discovery, motions, and briefs to advance clients’ interests. - Represent clients in court proceedings and mediations with confidence and clarity. - Monitor and manage medical...
Job Title: Liability Trial Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity, including litigation arising from claims against policyholders or the company. - Develop and apply litigation skills and techniques to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions. - Conduct legal research and demonstrate strong and persuasive legal writing and presentation skills. - Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents