What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Schiller Law Offices?
About Schiller Law Offices
Established in 2005, Schiller Law Offices is a growing law firm located in the Carmel Arts & Design District in Carmel, Indiana. Our primary practice areas are personal injury and workers’ compensation, and we represent clients throughout Indiana and Illinois.
Our firm has grown to more than 30 employees, including 12 attorneys, and we are continuing to expand. We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney who is ready to manage a high-volume caseload, provide excellent client service, and contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented practice.
Benefits
- 401(k) with firm match after the eligibility period
- Three weeks of paid vacation
- Health insurance stipend
- Paid bar dues and CLE expenses
Position Overview
Schiller Law Offices is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to support our growing personal injury practice. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, an effective communicator, and comfortable managing a large caseload in a fast-paced environment.
Because we are a client-focused firm, strong communication and customer service skills are essential. The attorney in this role will regularly communicate with clients, insurance companies, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other professionals while working to efficiently move cases toward resolution.
Previous plaintiff-side personal injury experience is preferred but not required. Candidates must have strong writing, negotiation, document review, and case-management skills.
Attorney Responsibilities
- Manage a high-volume caseload from intake through resolution
- Meet with prospective clients and assist with new client sign-ups
- Maintain regular communication with clients regarding their cases
- Review insurance coverage, claims documentation, medical records, and other case materials
- Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing parties
- Draft and review legal correspondence, demands, and other case-related documents
- Assist with medical lien and bill reductions
- Work closely with case managers and other staff to efficiently move cases forward
- Provide responsive, professional client service
- Participate in after-hours prospective client appointments on a rotating or as-needed basis
- Perform additional attorney duties as needed to support the firm’s growing caseload
Qualifications
- Active license to practice law in Indiana
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to independently manage a large caseload and competing deadlines
- Strong negotiation and document review skills
- Professional and client-focused demeanor
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Plaintiff-side personal injury experience preferred
If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your legal career with an established and expanding personal injury firm, we encourage you to apply with your resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $140,000