Associate Attorney

Morganmorganjobsapplynow; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This role involves handling litigation for motor vehicle liability cases, ensuring effective representation for plaintiffs. The successful candidate will be responsible for litigating cases from preparation to trial, engaging with expert witnesses, and providing excellent client service.

The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Join us in our mission to protect the people!

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Personal Injury / automobile liability / MVA.
• Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases.
• Self-starter with long-term career goals.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day litigation cases.
• Draft and file litigation documents.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Attend depositions and court appearances.

Skills

Client service

Communication skills

Writing skills

Oral advocacy

Education

Law degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor)

Active member of State Bar Association in AZ

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice of plaintiff's lawyers and supporting case staff in our office in Phoenix, Arizona. The Litigation Attorney will handle motor vehicle liability / automobile accident cases in litigation representing plaintiffs in Arizona. The lawyer's responsibilities will be focused on litigating cases, including trial prep and trial, but will not have to generally handle pre-suit matters. Our law firm's generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, non-recoverable draw, and standard commission fees / bonuses, as well as a full benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of litigation cases
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memoranda
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualifications

• Law degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the State Bar Association in AZ
• Ideally 3+ years of Personal Injury / auto liability / MVA experience
• Ability to manage high volume of litigation casesExcellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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