What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Associate position at johnsonlawgroup?
About Johnson Law Group:
Johnson Law Group is a nationally recognized law firm headquartered in Houston, Texas, with a strong commitment to innovation, integrity, and delivering exceptional legal services. With over 25 years of experience and a proven track record of securing more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements for our clients, we are dedicated to leading the fight for a fairer future.
About the Job:
We seek an energetic and driven Associate to join our Personal Injury team. This role requires previous experience in handling personal injury cases of various types. Candidates should have the ability to multitask, work within a team structure and willingness to put the time in to meet the needs of the case.
Responsibilities:
- Handle personal injury case files from start to finish
- Evaluate potential personal injury claims and provide legal advice to prospective clients accordingly
- Draft, review, and modify claims, motions, discovery responses, demand letters, pleadings, subpoenas, memorandums, and other legal documents
- Research case law and premises liability, and gather insurance policies, medical expenses, medical records, and other evidence relevant to the case
- Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, insurance company adjusters, supporting witnesses, and medical providers to gather information
- Negotiate suitable agreements and settle on the clients’ behalf when appropriate
- Represent the client at hearings, trials, mediations, depositions, and litigation
- Document and update the status of all case files in the case management system
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) and respective state bar membership required
- Candidate must have at minimum of 2 years of experience handling personal injury cases (plaintiff preferred)
- Preference given to bilingual candidates
Requirements (Must Have):
- Strong client-facing experience in any field; ability to communicate clearly with our clients is a must
- Case management skills including a strong aptitude for managing and prioritizing multiple clients, projects and deadlines
- Preferential consideration for deposition, hearing and mediation experience
- Superior organization skills with great follow through
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize appropriately
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Solid analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Deadline and detail-oriented
Why Join Johnson Law Group?
- Make a Global Impact: You'll play a key role in shaping the future of our global workforce.
- Strategic Leadership: You'll partner with leadership to drive HR strategy and organizational success.
- Growth and Development: We are committed to the professional growth of our employees.
- Collaborative Culture: We foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Values-Driven: We are guided by our core values of innovation, integrity, and client service.
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package to attract and retain top talent.
Note: Johnson Law Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
