Attorney

Nicolet Law Office, S.C.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Parking

Job summary

A law firm specializing in personal injury seeks an Attorney to manage caseloads involving auto accidents, dog bites, and more. Applicants must have a Juris Doctor and be admitted to practice in Iowa. Responsibilities include conducting client consultations, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including life insurance and generous paid leave policies, within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in Iowa.
• Previous experience in a professional office environment.
• Ability to commute to meet clients as needed.
• Professional office experience.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury caseload including various claims.
• Conduct initial client consultations and case evaluations.
• Review and summarize case records including insurance policies and medical records.
• Draft and proofread legal correspondence.
• Prepare and file legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• Represent clients in mediation and court proceedings.
• Represent clients in mediation and court proceedings including trial.
• Maintain regular communication with clients throughout the legal process.
• Collaborate with support staff to move cases forward efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical obligations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

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) from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in Iowa
• Ability to commute to meet clients as needed
• Previous experience in a professional office environment
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong negotiation and communication skills

  Compensation

  • 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.

  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.