Attorney

Nicolet Law Firm; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Paid Time Off and leave policies (Par,

Paid Parking

Job summary

Nicolet Law Firm seeks a licensed Iowa attorney to join its Personal Injury practice. The attorney will handle record review, legal research, writing, negotiations, discovery, depositions, and trials for injured clients across the Midwest.

A JD and admission to the Iowa Bar are required, with at least two years of PI experience preferred. The role involves in-person client meetings, frequent interactions with support staff, and travel to meet clients across multiple Midwest offices.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Iowa.
• Minimum two years of attorney experience; personal injury preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury caseload including auto accidents, dog bites, slip and fall, wrongful death.
• Conduct initial client consultations and case evaluations.
• Review and summarize case records (insurance, medical, police reports).
• Draft and file legal documents (pleadings, motions, discovery).
• Prepare for depositions and defend witnesses; represent clients in mediation and court proceedings.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Legal research

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Clio

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Job Overview

Nicolet Law is looking for an Attorney to join our Personal Injury practice. Must be admitted to practice law in Iowa. This position will involve record review, legal research, legal writing, negotiations, discovery, depositions, hearings, trial, and other work advocating for injured clients in the Midwest.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury caseload including but not limited to auto accidents, dog bites, slip and fall, wrongful death, and other negligence-based claims
• Conduct initial client consultations and case evaluations
• Review and summarize case records including but not limited to insurance policies and records, medical and billing records, and police reports
• Draft and proof read legal correspondence and demand letters
• Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Prepare to take and defend depositions, including expert and lay witnesses
• Represent clients in mediation and court proceedings including trial
• Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed throughout the legal process
• Collaborate with support staff to efficiently move cases forward
• Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical obligations

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in Iowa
• Minimum two years of attorney experience required, personal injury experience strongly preferred
• Ability to commute to meet clients as needed
• Previous experience in a professional office environment
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team, manage and prioritize multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Client focused with a high level of professionalism and customer service; ability to handle confidential matters with discretion
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, growing office that focuses on client satisfaction and results
• Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software; Clio experience preferred but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook

Compensation Package

• Medical, dental, vision coverage, flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off and additional paid leave policies including Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Military Leave
• Paid Parking

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Full-time
• May require some night or weekend work, but job duties will primarily be during regular business hours.
• In person at one of our several offices in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, or Wisconsin.
• Must be willing to travel to meet clients.

About Nicolet Law

Interested in a fun and rewarding career? Nicolet Law might have the perfect job for you!

Nicolet Law Office is a trusted name for Midwesterners that have been injured in an accident and are seeking legal services during a stressful time. Our team is unrivaled in experience, compassion, and tenacity in fighting for our clients. Our Mantra: Be Kind, Do Good. We are a fast-growing law firm that specializes in Personal Injury. Dedicated and compassionate team members help clients get through difficult hardships with dignity and ease. By investing in our employees’ wellbeing and professional development, we’ve created a positive and fun environment that fosters satisfying careers and ultimately better serves our clients. We have offices throughout the Midwest.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Application Question(s)

• Have you previously applied to Nicolet or worked with us in the past?
• Were you referred to Nicolet by a current employee / do you know any current employees of Nicolet?
• Are you a current or past client of ours?
• Do you have your Attorney license with IA State Bar in good standing?

Education

• Doctorate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person