Attorney, Social Security Department

Wettermark Keith; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

Wettermark Keith, a growing national personal injury firm, seeks an experienced attorney for its Social Security Disability practice in Birmingham, Alabama. This full-time, in-person role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

You will manage cases from intake through resolution, draft pleadings, research, and communicate with clients while handling a high-volume caseload with independence and professionalism.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active U.S. State Bar (any state) in good standing.
• 3+ years’ experience in Social Security law preferred, but not required and may be substituted for 3+ years attorney experience and a willingness to learn Social Security law.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle Social Security Disability cases, including hearings and appeals.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Communicate with clients and provide updates.
• Manage a high-volume caseload independently.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Case management

Negotiation

Court hearings

Education

J.D.

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

About Us:Wettermark Keith is a rapidly growing national personal injury firm. We pride ourselves on our integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. At Wettermark Keith, we understand that our work extends far beyond the courtroom. We engage with people during some of the most challenging times of their lives – moments filled with uncertainty, fear, and stress. Our clients come to us in the aftermath of tragic accidents, seeking not just legal representation, but a beacon of hope for their future.

Purpose: We are seeking an experienced attorney who wants to join of the South’s fastest-growing law firms as an Attorney in our Social Security Disability practice. We are seeking an experienced, client-focused attorney to manage cases from intake through resolution.

This is a full-time, in-person position in our Birmingham, Alabama, office with a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Handle Social Security Disability cases, including hearings and appeals.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Communicate with clients and provide updates.
• Manage a high-volume caseload independently.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active U.S. State Bar (any state) in good standing.
• 3+ years’ experience in Social Security law preferred, but not required and may be substituted for 3+ years attorney experience and a willingness to learn Social Security law.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Passionate about helping clients and achieving results.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.