Description

Personal Injury Plaintiff Associate Attorney | ZERO BILLABLE HOURS REQUIRED

Moss Berg Injury Lawyers, Personal Injury Law Firm

Location: Las Vegas, NV 

Position Type: Full-time

Practice Area: Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation

Position Overview

Established and fast-paced plaintiff personal injury law firm in Las Vegas is seeking a motivated, client-focused and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our litigation team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about advocating for injured clients, capable of managing litigation personal injury matters, and comfortable working in a collaborative environment focused on achieving outstanding client results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

•         Handle a variety of plaintiff personal injury matters including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and general negligence claims.
•         Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal correspondence.
•         Take and defend depositions, attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
•         Communicate with clients regarding case status and strategy.
•         Assist with negotiating settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
•         Collaborate with case managers, paralegals, and support staff to ensure timely case progression.
•         Review medical records, bills, and support documentation related to damages and liability.
•         Prepare cases for trial including witness preparation, exhibit review, trial briefing and assist in trial proceedings as needed.
•         Maintain accurate and timely case documentation in accordance with firm policies.
•         Stay current on Nevada personal injury laws, procedures, and case developments.

Requirements/Qualifications:

•         Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
•         Must be licensed to practice in Nevada, and an active membership in good standing with the Nevada State Bar.
•         3 to 7 years of civil litigation experience.
•         Insurance defense experience, preferred. 
•         Strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
•         Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
•         Experience handling discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial. 
•         Strong client service, communication and relationship building skills.
•         Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment.
•         Organized, proactive and detail oriented.  
•         Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and case management software.
•         Must possess a prominent level of professionalism, and commitment to maintaining integrity and confidentiality on behalf of clients and the firm.

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Compensation & Benefits: 

•         Competitive salary: $150k to $175k DOE 
•         Annual discretionary bonus opportunity
•         Health Insurance: medical, dental and vision
•         Supplemental insurance plans offered through Aflac
•         401(k) matching retirement plan 
•         Paid Time Off
•         Paid Holidays 
•         Continuing legal education (CLE) support
•         Professional development opportunities

Requirements

Requirements/Qualifications:

•         Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
•         Must be licensed to practice in Nevada, and an active membership in good standing with the Nevada State Bar.
•         3 to 7 years of civil litigation experience.
•         Insurance defense experience, preferred. 
•         Strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
•         Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
•         Experience handling discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial. 
•         Strong client service, communication and relationship building skills.
•         Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment.
•         Organized, proactive and detail oriented.  
•         Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and case management software.
•         Must possess a prominent level of professionalism, and commitment to maintaining integrity and confidentiality on behalf of clients and the firm.