What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Synectics Inc.?
Key Responsibilities
- Communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide legal guidance
- Evaluate and screen potential personal injury cases
- Investigate claims and gather evidence
- Review medical records and assess damage
- Develop case strategies and advise clients on legal options
- Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel
- Draft & submit pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
- Represent clients in litigation and trial
- Maintain consistent and proactive client communication
- Build strong, trust-based client relationships
- Stay current on relevant laws and legal developments
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active Oregon State Bar license (required)
- Washington State Bar license (preferred)
- Bilingual in Spanish (preferred but not required)
- 3-5 years of legal experience (personal injury experience preferred)
- Strong legal writing and verbal communication skills
- Confidence in negotiation and advocacy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Collaborative mindset and commitment to team success
- Commitment to client-centered service and firm values
- Curious, organized, adaptable, and clear about your needs and goals
Salary : $120,000 - $160,000