Personal Injury Attorney - Mid-Level

Internal Revenue Service; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Garces, Grabler, & LeBrocq, P.C., a leading plaintiff law firm in New Jersey, is seeking a licensed Personal Injury attorney with a minimum of five years of experience. The ideal candidate will handle complex cases and work collaboratively with a dedicated team to advocate for clients’ interests. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive environment.

Benefits

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Wellness Incentives

Discretionary Bonus

Birthday Lunches

Qualifications

• Must have 5 years of plaintiff’s personal injury experience.
• Must be licensed in NJ.
• Proficiency in negotiating settlements with insurance carriers.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients to assess legal needs and provide advice.
• Develop strategies to resolve cases favorably.
• Prepare all documents required to file cases.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

NJ Bar License

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Case Management Systems

Document Management Systems

Job description

Garces, Grabler, & LeBrocq, P.C., an award-winning and established plaintiff law firm with twelve offices, seeks an experienced NJ Licensed Personal Injury attorney with five more years of experience. The Personal Injury attorney will focus on a variety of Personal Injury cases not limited to auto, motorcycle, truck, or slip-and-fall accidents. We seek a candidate who will serve as an advocate and an ambassador to the applicants and claimants and will work positively and diligently for the client with the paralegals and legal assistants on the team. The attorney must be able to handle complex Personal Injury cases from intake to verdict or settlement and be extremely thorough. We are seeking a candidate looking to become an integral step in their career and willing to stand for the best interest of the clients and Firm. The ideal candidate is an experienced trial attorney who is compassionate and self-motivated.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Communicate with clients to learn about their legal needs and concerns and provide advice.
• Develop Strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively.
• Review discovery documents and determine the best course of action for each client in each case.
• Take, review, and administer full depositions and oral hearings of cases witnesses and experts.
• Prepare all documents required to file cases. (150+ caseload)
• Work closely with legal assistants and paralegals to prepare a comprehensive brief on each case that goes to trial.
• Maintain a regular schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences, based on cased requirements.
• Schedule and administer full depositions of cases, witnesses, and experts.
• Review discovery documents and determine the best course of action for the client in each case.
• Supervise two paralegals.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Must have 5 years of plaintiff’s personal injury experience.
• Must be licensed in NJ.
• Proficiency in negotiating settlement with insurance carriers and resolving property damage claims.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft suite
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task.
• Exhibit organizational skills.
• Experience with Trials,
• Demonstrate team player and collaborative attributes.
• Demonstrate confidentiality.
• Must have strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PPT), Case Management systems such as Smart Advocate., Document Management systems.
• Exhibit strong written and oral communication skills.
• Possess tenacity, drive, and compassion.
• Quality control – works effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Candidate must be willing to travel to court.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English - preferred.
  
• Hybrid flexibility.
• Physical Requirements:
  

• Candidates must be able to lift up to 20-25 lbs.
• Sit for prolonged periods of time – 7-8 hours.
• The position uses standard office equipment, but is not limited to computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Manual dexterity.

Compensation & Benefits:401K, Medical, Vision, Dental coverage, FSA, life, long-term disability insurance, 401K plan match, paid time off policy, Paid Firm closed holidays and Wellness incentives, Discretionary bonus, birthday lunches, holiday parties, and picnics. We have season tickets to the New Jersey Devils if you love hockey!

We take care of our clients; they take care of us! If you want to make a difference, we want you!

Garces. Grabler, & LeBrocq, P.C. - Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, seek qualified applicants, and make personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

For more information about the position or to apply for employment please complete the online form or please send your resume, cover letter, writing sample and salary expectation to www.ggllawyers.com or [e-mail].

We have needs in multiple offices, in Union, Mercer. Essex, Middlesex/Essex Counties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $130,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Personal Injury Law: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• NJ Bar (Required)