Associate Attorney - Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation Practice

Indiana State Bar Association Insurance Agency, Inc; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Three weeks of paid vacation

Health insurance stipend

Paid bar dues

CLE and professional development

Supportive team environment

Advancement and potential partnership

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A respected and growing law firm in Carmel, Indiana is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation practice. The firm has more than 40 employees, including 11 attorneys, and is continuing to grow throughout Indiana and Illinois.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing firm.

Qualifications

• Active Indiana Bar license.
• Personal injury and/or workers' compensation experience required.
• Plaintiff-side experience preferred; defense experience will be considered.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Excellent organization and case management abilities.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
• Compassionate, client-focused approach.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Meet with prospective clients, evaluate claims, and sign new cases.
• Manage personal injury and workers' compensation cases from intake through settlement or litigation.
• Develop case strategy and maintain strong client relationships.
• Review medical records, insurance policies, and supporting documentation.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and defense counsel.
• Handle medical liens and reduction negotiations.
• Draft pleadings, settlement demands, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Communicate regularly with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel.
• Work closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Accommodate occasional after-hours client meetings when necessary

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Case management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Active Indiana Bar license

Job description

A respected and growing law firm in Carmel, Indiana is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation practice. The firm has more than 40 employees, including 11 attorneys, and is continuing to grow throughout Indiana and Illinois.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing firm. The position offers a potential path to partnership for the right attorney.

Compensation

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus
• Potential to earn $150,000+ annually in the first year
• Compensation and bonus structure are flexible and negotiable based on experience
• Long-term opportunity for advancement and partnership

Responsibilities

• Meet with prospective clients, evaluate claims, and sign new cases
• Manage personal injury and workers' compensation cases from intake through settlement or litigation
• Develop case strategy and maintain strong client relationships
• Review medical records, insurance policies, and supporting documentation
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and defense counsel
• Handle medical liens and reduction negotiations
• Draft pleadings, settlement demands, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Communicate regularly with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel
• Work closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings
• Accommodate occasional after-hours client meetings when necessary

Qualifications

• Active Indiana Bar license
• Personal injury and/or workers' compensation experience required
• Plaintiff-side experience preferred; defense experience will be considered
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and communication skills
• Excellent organization and case management abilities
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload
• Strong attention to detail and sound legal judgment
• Compassionate, client-focused approach
• Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Interest in long-term professional growth and advancement

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Health insurance stipend
• Paid bar dues
• CLE and professional development support
• Supportive team environment
• Advancement and potential partnership opportunity

If you are an experienced Personal Injury or Workers' Compensation attorney looking for an opportunity to take ownership of your cases, increase your earning potential, and build toward a future leadership or partnership role, we would like to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Carmel, Indiana

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Onsite