Personal Injury Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

CLE allowance

Trial and case management training

Work-from-home options

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Personal Injury Attorney in Franklin, TN to handle personal injury and wrongful death cases, including motor vehicle, premises liability, and dog bite claims in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Tennessee, with a Juris Doctor from a U.S. law school, and possess strong research, writing and communication skills along with a desire to develop into a skilled trial lawyer through litigation, depositions, mediations and trials.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Tennessee.
• JD from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academics.
• Personal injury experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong research, writing, problem-solving, and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Inform and educate clients on case phases using exceptional customer service skills.
• Organize and manage files using case management software.
• Evaluate potential cases and meet with injured parties to discuss claims.
• Guide case managers on medical records, insurance correspondence, and client contact.
• Communicate with insurance companies regarding liability and settlements.
• Review and analyze medical records to determine case direction and value.
• Meet with medical professionals to understand client injuries and future needs.
• Draft and file legal pleadings, including complaints, motions, and briefs.
• Draft and finalize discovery responses and resolve disputes with opposing counsel.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Appear in court for case management conferences and motion practice.
• Prepare for and take depositions of parties and medical professionals.
• Prepare for and attend mediations and jury trials.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Communication skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Trial lawyer development

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Tools

Case management software

Job description

A law firm seeks a Personal Injury Attorney in Franklin, TN. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate a strong desire to develop into a skilled trial attorney. This role involves handling personal injury and wrongful death cases, including motor vehicle, premises liability, and dog bite cases.

Duties

• Inform and educate clients on case phases using exceptional customer service skills.
• Organize and manage files using case management software.
• Evaluate potential cases and meet with injured parties to discuss claims.
• Guide case managers on medical records, insurance correspondence, and client contact.
• Communicate with insurance companies regarding liability and settlements.
• Review and analyze medical records to determine case direction and value.
• Meet with medical professionals to understand client injuries and future needs.
• Draft and file legal pleadings, including complaints, motions, and briefs.
• Draft and finalize discovery responses and resolve disputes with opposing counsel.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Appear in court for case management conferences and motion practice.
• Prepare for and take depositions of parties and medical professionals.
• Prepare for and attend mediations and jury trials.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Tennessee.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school with a strong academic background.
• Experience in personal injury law preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong legal research, writing, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage high-volume, complex litigation.
• Desire to develop into a superior trial lawyer.

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Tennessee.

Skills

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Full-time position with part-time work-from-home options.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k) with 5% matching.
• 10 days of paid time off, increasing annually.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) fee allowance.
• Trial and case management training.