Litigation Attorney

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly profitability bonuses

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Referral program

Job summary

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers is expanding its legal team and seeks a full-time Litigation Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana. The role requires managing personal injury cases through the litigation process, including drafting pleadings, attending hearings, and negotiating resolutions for clients.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional litigation skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to achieving outstanding results. The position offers a range of benefits, a collaborative work environment, and may consider hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Membership in the state bar association.
• Experience managing personal injury cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases throughout the litigation process.
• Draft pleadings, conduct discovery, and take depositions.
• Attend hearings, participate in mediations, and prepare cases for trial.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Strong litigation abilities

Strategic case management

Job description

Core Values

We always fight for the WIN!
We prioritize doing the right thing and holding each other accountable.
We deliver an exceptional client customer service experience.
We respect others and emphasize professionalism.
We always place clients' interests before our own.
We are consistent and focused on solutions.

Reports To: Managing Partner

Summary/Objective

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Litigation Attorney to join our expanding legal team. This position entails managing personal injury cases throughout the litigation process, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, attending hearings, participating in mediations, preparing cases for trial, and negotiating resolutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication skills, strong litigation abilities, strategic case management, and a commitment to achieving outstanding results for injured clients.

Physical Demands

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting and requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk while working on a computer. The role may occasionally involve standing, walking, bending, and reaching, as well as lifting or carrying files and materials weighing up to 15 pounds. Clear verbal communication and attentive listening are essential, as the position requires frequent interaction with clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, experts, and third parties.

Job Conditions

The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate-controlled. The role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting. Court appearances, depositions, mediations, and occasional travel related to case responsibilities may be required. Hybrid work arrangements may be considered based on the needs of the firm and individual performance.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• Quarterly profitability bonuses
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000 yearly