Attorney - Casualty

Degan Blanchard And Nash; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Life Insurance 50,000

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA with Firm Contribution

Dependent Care FSA

Generous PTO

Flexible Work Schedules

Supplemental insurances

Job summary

Degan, Blanchard, & Nash (DBN) in New Orleans seeks an experienced Casualty Attorney with 4–8 years handling casualty, personal injury, premises liability, transportation, or general civil litigation matters. You will manage a diverse caseload, conduct research, draft pleadings, take part in depositions and mediations, and work with clients and experts to achieve favorable outcomes.

Join a collaborative, growth-oriented firm that values professionalism, integrity, and client service, with

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to Louisiana State Bar in good standing.
• 4-8 years of casualty litigation experience including trial exposure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of casualty defense matters including personal injury and general liability.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
• Represent clients at depositions, mediations, hearings, and court proceedings.
• Develop case strategies, evaluate liability and damages, and provide practical counsel.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and colleagues to drive favorable outcomes and resolve claims.
• Maintain strong client relationships and stay current on casualty law and litigation practices.

Skills

Casualty litigation

Legal research

Written communication

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Description

Are you a talented and motivated attorney with 4-8 years of experience handling casualty, personal injury, premises liability, transportation, or general civil litigation matters? Do you thrive in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment? If so, Degan, Blanchard, and Nash (DBN) wants you to join our dynamic team! At DBN, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and innovative workplace where your ability is valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. As a Casualty Attorney, you will have the opportunity to manage complex and challenging litigation matters, represent a diverse range of clients, and play a key role in achieving successful outcomes. From case strategy and motion practice to depositions, mediations, and trial preparation, you will make a meaningful impact while working alongside a team dedicated to excellence and client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a diverse caseload of casualty defense matters, including personal injury, premises of liability, transportation, and general liability claims.
• Conducting legal research and drafting pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation-related documents.
• Representing clients at depositions, mediations, hearings, and court proceedings.
• Developing case strategies, evaluating liability and damages exposure, and providing practical legal counsel to clients.
• Collaborating with clients, experts, and colleagues to drive successful case outcomes and efficiently resolve claims.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and staying current on casualty law and litigation practices.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Louisiana State Bar and in good standing.
• 4-8 years of experience in casualty litigation, including trial experience.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Benefit Highlights:

• Participation in bonus programs
• Life Insurance: We provide $50,000 coverage at no cost to the employee.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance: Also provided at no cost to the employee.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans through United Healthcare
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: with an annual discretionary match
• HSA with Firm Contribution
• Dependent Care FSA
• Generous PTO allotment
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Additional Supplemental insurances are also available

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Degan, Blanchard, & Nash (DBN) is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. DBN makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) participates in E-Verify and Right to Work to confirm identity and employment eligibility.