Associate Attorney Personal Injury Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; West Hollywood (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Professional growth

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Free onsite parking

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an experienced personal injury attorney in West Hollywood, CA to manage claims from inception through settlement, ensuring clients receive fair compensation.

The role requires a JD, California Bar in good standing, 1+ year of PI experience, and strong written and oral communication. You will handle cases independently and with a team, guiding clients through complex litigation.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum 1+ year of personal injury attorney experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to client advocacy, integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Litigate personal injury cases strategically by developing case files.
• Draft pleadings including complaints, motions and oppositions.
• Draft and review discovery, meet and confer letters, and discovery motions.
• Prepare, conduct, and defend depositions of percipient and expert witnesses.
• Argue motions and attend hearings in court or remotely.
• Draft mediation briefs and negotiate settlements actively.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Regularly update clients on case status.
• Prepare pre-trial documents and trial materials.
• Manage and supervise litigation staff and paralegals.

Skills

Excellent research

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced personal injury attorney in West Hollywood, CA. The role involves managing personal injury claims from inception through settlement negotiation, ensuring clients receive fair compensation for their injuries.

Duties

• Strategically litigate personal injury cases by working up case files.
• Draft pleadings, including complaints, motions, and oppositions.
• Draft and review discovery, meet and confer letters, and discovery motions.
• Prepare, conduct, and defend percipient and expert depositions.
• Argue motion and opposition hearings remotely and in court.
• Draft mediation briefs and actively participate in negotiating settlements.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Regularly communicate with clients to provide updates.
• Prepare pre-trial documents and trial materials.
• Manage and guide litigation assistants and paralegals.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing.
• 1+ years of personal injury attorney experience required.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to client advocacy, integrity, and professionalism.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent research, communication, and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Retirement savings: 401(k) plan available.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage: Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Free onsite parking.