Job Summary:
Reputable personal injury law firms is looking for an experience personal injury attorney
Key Responsibilities:
- Legal Consultation: Provide expert legal advice and guidance to the firm's partners and associates on complex personal injury cases. Offer insights on legal strategy, case evaluation, and potential outcomes.
- Case Review: Review personal injury cases referred by the firm for legal accuracy, compliance, and potential areas of improvement. Ensure that cases are being handled in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
- Research and Analysis: Conduct legal research on relevant personal injury laws, regulations, and precedents. Prepare legal memoranda, briefs, and opinions to support the firm's cases.
- Client Consultation: Meet with clients as necessary to discuss legal matters, explain complex legal concepts, and provide expert advice. Help clients understand their rights and options.
- Courtroom Representation: Depending on the arrangement and experience level, of counsel attorneys may represent clients in court, especially in cases requiring specialized expertise.
- Ethical and Professional Standards: Ensure that all legal services provided adhere to ethical and professional standards set by the state bar association and other relevant regulatory bodies.
Qualifications:
- License to practice law in California.
- 3 - 5 years of personal injury plaintiff or defense litigation experience, preferred.
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethics and professional responsibility.
Note: The specific duties and responsibilities can vary depending on the law firm's needs, the attorney's experience, and the arrangement made between the attorney and the firm. It's important to outline the terms and expectations of the role in a clear agreement.