
Job Description
OVERVIEW
An innovative and fast-growing law firm in northwest Miami-Dade County, FL is seeking an experienced pre-litigation attorney to provide exceptional support and service to achieve outstanding results for their legal team and clients.
- Compensation: Starts at $95K-175K (DOE) + benefits + professional growth
- Location: Northwest Miami-Dade County, FL
- Job Type: 100% on-site
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Full Litigation Lifecycle Management: Oversee all stages of personal injury cases, from initial case commencement through to final judgment.
- Commercial Property and Liability Expertise: Skillfully manage CPL claims, ensuring meticulous attention to detail.
- Procedural Compliance: Guarantee strict adherence to established operational protocols and standards.
- Pre-Trial Case Development: Strategically prepare and position cases for successful litigation outcomes.
- Team Leadership and Mentorship: Supervise and guide support staff, including litigation assistants, paralegals, and CPL case specialists.
- Client Intake and Assessment: Evaluate potential client cases and conduct comprehensive initial assessments.
- Advanced Legal Research and Record Keeping: Perform thorough legal research and maintain comprehensive case documentation.
- Insurance Company Liaison: Serve as the principal point of contact for insurance carriers.
- Legal Document Preparation: Draft and refine legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
- Alternative Dispute Resolution: Prepare for and participate in mediation and settlement negotiations.
- Witness and Client Preparation: Conduct witness interviews and depositions, and prepare clients for deposition testimony.
- Trial Advocacy: Represent clients effectively in court proceedings, providing strong advocacy.
- Client Consultation and Coverage Analysis: Provide expert legal advice and investigate insurance coverage issues.
- Medical Case Management: Oversee the medical aspects of client cases, coordinating with healthcare providers.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Relevant Experience: 3+ years of demonstrated experience in personal injury litigation
- Claim Valuation Acumen: Comprehensive understanding of claim valuation methodologies.
- Client-Centric Approach: Proven dedication to prioritizing client service and representation.
- Communication Proficiency: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
- Detail-Oriented and Organized: Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational capabilities.
- Adaptability and Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic, team environment.
- Bar Admission: Active membership in the Florida State Bar (multistate bar admissions considered favorably).
- Legal Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited institution.