Trial Attorney

Morgan & Morgan; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to handle litigation cases focusing on motor vehicle liability in Arizona. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, guiding clients, and interacting with expert witnesses. Ideal candidates will have a law degree, be active members of the State Bar Association in AZ, and possess strong advocacy skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ideally 3+ years of Personal Injury / auto liability / MVA experience.
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals.
• Ideally 3+ years of Personal Injury / auto liability / MVA experience.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of litigation cases
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents including pleadings and motions
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses and preparation for depositions
• Attendance and preparation for court appearances

Skills

Excellent client service and communication skills

Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases

Education

Law degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully accredited law school

An active member in good standing with the State Bar Association in AZ

Tools

Litigation software

Job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights.

Summary

Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice of plaintiff's lawyers and supporting case staff in our office in Phoenix, Arizona. The Litigation Attorney will handle motor vehicle liability / automobile accident cases in litigation representing plaintiffs in Arizona. The lawyer's responsibilities will be focused on litigating cases, including trial prep and trial, but will not have to generally handle pre-suit matters. Our law firm's generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, non-recoverable draw, and standard commission fees / bonuses, as well as a full benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of litigation cases
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memoranda
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualifications

• Law degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the State Bar Association in AZ
• Ideally 3+ years of Personal Injury / auto liability / MVA experience
• Ability to manage high volume of litigation cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

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