What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Attorney position at Meldon Law?
Attorney – Personal Injury (Pre-Litigation & Litigation)
Location: Ocala, Florida
Position Type: Full-Time, In-Office
Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years
Direct applicants only. Recruiters and recruiting agencies-please do not contact us regarding this position.
At Meldon Law, we are more than a personal injury law firm, we are a values-driven, growth-focused organization committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and the communities we serve across Florida. With a strong reputation for integrity, innovation, and client advocacy, we are entering an exciting phase of strategic expansion. Joining Meldon Law means becoming part of a forward-thinking team that embraces bold ideas, invests in leadership development, and believes in empowering talented professionals to build something significant. If you are driven, collaborative, and ready to help shape the future of a respected and expanding legal brand, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to lead and manage our Ocala office as part of a rapidly growing firm with multiple locations throughout the state of Florida. This is a fully in-office position for a motivated attorney who is confident in handling both pre-litigation and litigation matters and is prepared to oversee day-to-day office operations and staff management.
As we continue to expand across Florida, we are looking for a leader who can maintain high standards of client service while contributing to the firm’s ongoing growth. The ideal candidate is organized, client-focused, and comfortable managing a full caseload from intake through resolution, including trial preparation when necessary. This role combines hands-on legal work with meaningful leadership responsibility within a dynamic and growing organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a personal injury caseload from pre-suit through litigation
- Conduct case evaluations and develop legal strategies
- Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Take and defend depositions
- Attend hearings, mediations, and trials
- Negotiate settlements in pre-litigation and litigation phases
- Oversee and manage the Ocala office staff
- Ensure office performance aligns with firm standards and client service expectations
- Maintain strong client communication and case management practices
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in Florida and in good standing
- Minimum 5 years of experience in personal injury law
- Strong negotiation and case management skills
- Proven courtroom and deposition experience
- Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work in-office in Ocala, FL
- Bilingual English/Spanish desired
What We Offer:
- Supportive team environment
- Established caseload and staff support
- Opportunity to lead and grow the Ocala office
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, supplemental coverages, 401(k) with match, and 21 days of PTO per year.