What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney- Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation position at Protouch Staffing?
SUMMARY
Our client, a well-established plaintiff-side personal injury law firm, is seeking an experienced Attorney - Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation
QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active Massachusetts / Connecticut Bar admission and good standing
- 4-6 years of Massachusetts litigation experience
- Significant plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience
- Experience independently managing cases through all phases of litigation
- First-chair trial experience preferred
- Strong deposition, motion practice, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills
- Ability to independently manage a substantial caseload of approximately 70-100 files
- Strong knowledge of Massachusetts court procedures, rules, filing requirements, discovery obligations, and deadlines
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage plaintiff personal injury cases from intake through resolution
- Evaluate liability, damages, and overall litigation strategy
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
- Prepare for and conduct depositions
- Prepare and respond to written discovery
- Attend court hearings and argue motions
- Represent clients in mediations and settlement negotiations
- Prepare cases for trial and serve as first-chair trial counsel when appropriate
- Work with experts, investigators, clients, medical providers, and other case professionals
- Monitor case deadlines and ensure compliance with Massachusetts / Connecticut court rules and filing requirements
KEY REQUIREMENT
Substantial Massachusetts / Connecticut litigation experience is mandatory. Candidates must have hands-on experience litigating matters in Massachusetts / Connecticut courts. Candidates whose experience is primarily transactional, administrative, insurance defense support, or in jurisdictions outside Massachusetts will not be considered.
BENEFITS
Performance-based bonus opportunity
Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office and 2 days WFH)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with matching
Paid time off and holidays
Life insurance and employee assistance program
CLE and bar dues reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
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