Personal Injury Attorney

Overview

Full-time exempt attorney role managing personal injury cases from inception through conclusion, including pre-litigation and litigation (including trial). The position supports matters with jurisdiction in federal court. First 90 days include a guaranteed salary, followed by a base salary structure and monthly bonus incentives.

Responsibilities

• Manage a pre-litigation caseload from intake through resolution
• Generate demand letters
• Initiate and oversee the litigation process
• Negotiate pre-litigation matters
• Review and analyze the validity of cases
• Create and manage legal documents
• Organize and maintain case information
• Maintain consistent communication with clients during the pre-litigation phase
• Maintain heavy communication with clients and adjusters
• Initiate welcome calls with new clients
• Gather case details such as photos, treatment information, and insurance information
• Conduct settlement proceedings
• Negotiate all liens and final balances with treating providers
• Correspond with medical providers to help ensure clients receive adequate medical treatment
• Assist with property damage when needed
• Work closely with case managers and other support staff during the pre-litigation phase
• Provide proper guidance to support staff
• Review laws and regulations
• Handle tasks quickly and tactfully with all levels of firm personnel and the public

Requirements

• License in good standing to practice law in Georgia (Georgia Bar required)
• Minimum 5 years Plaintiff Personal Injury experience
• Minimum 5 years pre-litigation and litigation experience, including trial
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal)
• Strong client service skills
• Strong organizational and research skills
• Maintain consistent communication with clients during the pre-litigation phase
• Maintain heavy communication with clients and adjusters
• Must be able to handle all aspects of litigation, including matters with jurisdiction in federal court
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude; self-motivated and professional
• Detail-oriented and motivated
• Strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong negotiation skills
• Empathy for those served and a desire to successfully resolve clients’ injury claims both in and out of the courtroom

Compensation & Benefits

Pay

• First 90 days: guaranteed salary of $95,000 - $200,000 based on experience
• After 90 days: base changes to $95,000 - $130,000
• Monthly bonus incentives: up to $10,000 per month based on experience

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Location & Schedule

• Remote position
• Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30-5:00