Personal Injury Defense Attorney

Jobot; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Supportive leadership

1850 billables

Unlimited PTO

Three bonus programs

15% origination

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly skilled Personal Injury Defense Attorney to join our growing team in a flexible, remote-capable role. This permanent position offers exposure to complex catastrophic injury cases and a competitive salary of $180,000 to $280,000 per year.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of PI defense experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage cases from start to finish while maintaining the firm's high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a case from inception to conclusion, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, negotiations, settlement discussions, and trial prep.

Skills

PI defense experience

Negotiation skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from A accredited law school

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Remote Personal Injury Defense Attorney

Salary: $180,000 - $280,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Personal Injury Defense Attorney to join our growing team. This is a permanent position that offers an excellent opportunity to handle complex cases in the field of catastrophic injury. Our firm is renowned for its commitment to excellence and we are looking for an individual who shares the same dedication. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in handling injury cases and is well-versed in all aspects of personal injury defense law.

Why join us?

• 100% remote, hybrid or onsite
• Supportive leadership
• 1850 billables
• Unlimited PTO
• Three bonus programs
• 15% origination

What You’ll Do

• Manage all aspects of a case from inception to conclusion, including drafting pleadings, discovery, depositions, negotiations, settlement discussions, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in court or before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in personal injury cases.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence, ensuring a solid defense strategy.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
• Confer with colleagues to establish and verify bases for legal proceedings.
• Evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
• Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Act as an advocate for clients in legal proceedings, representing them in trials, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations before courts, judges, and other authorities.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in personal injury defense
• Proven track record of successfully litigating and settling personal injury cases.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to interpret complex legal information.
• Proficient in legal research software and case management systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to interface at all levels of the organization and with external clients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically and analytically.

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