Litigation Associate - Personal Injury

Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine in Englewood, CO is seeking a full-time attorney with 3+ years of personal injury case management experience to guide cases from inception through resolution.

The role requires strong legal research and writing skills, familiarity with Federal and State civil procedures, and the ability to work closely with clients and a team of senior attorneys. Colorado licensure is preferred, and Spanish bilingual candidates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Attorneys with 3+ years of experience in Personal Injury case management are encouraged to apply.
• Working knowledge of the Federal and State Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence.
• The candidate should have high level analytical and legal research and writing skills and a passion for advocating for injured parties due to the wrongful acts of another.
• This position will work closely with clients, and collaborate with senior attorneys, other associates, and legal staff.
• The ideal candidate should enjoy working with others and collaborating on personal injury matters to achieve the best outcome on behalf of Burg Simpson’s clients.
• A license to practice law is mandatory and a license to practice in Colorado is preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply, but is not a requirement of the position

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases from inception through resolution, ensuring timing and strategic handling of all aspects of the case
• Negotiate suitable agreements and settle on the client’s behalf when appropriate
• Conduct thorough case research, review medical records, and gather relevant information to build compelling cases
• Draft and modify legal documents that include demand letters and pleadings that include developing and responding to discovery, disclosures and motions
• Collaborate with legal staff to ensure cases are handled effectively and efficiently
• Maintain organized and updated documentation for each case in the firm’s case management system

Skills

Personal injury case management

Legal research and writing

Client communication

Bilingual Spanish

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $155,000.00 Salary/year

Job Category: Legal

Burg Simpson attorneys manage and support personal injury matters from pre-litigation through the litigation life cycle. Our personal injury attorneys collaborate with senior attorneys, other associates, and legal staff in developing case management strategies for the best outcome for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases from inception through resolution, ensuring timing and strategic handling of all aspects of the case
• Negotiate suitable agreements and settle on the client’s behalf when appropriate
• Conduct thorough case research, review medical records, and gather relevant information to build compelling cases
• Draft and modify legal documents that include demand letters and pleadings that include developing and responding to discovery, disclosures and motions
• Collaborate with legal staff to ensure cases are handled effectively and efficiently
• Maintain organized and updated documentation for each case in the firm’s case management system

Qualifications

• Attorneys with 3+ years of experience in Personal Injury case management are encouraged to apply
• Working knowledge of the Federal and State Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence
• The candidate should have high level analytical and legal research and writing skills and a passion for advocating for injured parties due to the wrongful acts of another
• This position will work closely with clients, and collaborate with senior attorneys, other associates, and legal staff
• The ideal candidate should enjoy working with others and collaborating on personal injury matters to achieve the best outcome on behalf of Burg Simpson’s clients
• A license to practice law is mandatory and a license to practice in Colorado is preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply, but is not a requirement of the position