What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Attorney position at Synectics Inc.?
About Us
Our boutique law firm specializes in civil litigation and represents a diverse clientele, including hospitals, medical professionals, national retail and grocery chains, franchised businesses, amusement parks, and other self-insured entities. We handle a comprehensive range of insurance defense matters including medical negligence, premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, personal injury, contract disputes, and general civil claims.
We pride ourselves on nurturing professional growth and personal development while maintaining a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our team thrives on curiosity, critical thinking, and a strong work ethic, and we are dedicated to providing meaningful and challenging opportunities for career advancement.
Key Responsibilities
Our boutique law firm specializes in civil litigation and represents a diverse clientele, including hospitals, medical professionals, national retail and grocery chains, franchised businesses, amusement parks, and other self-insured entities. We handle a comprehensive range of insurance defense matters including medical negligence, premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, personal injury, contract disputes, and general civil claims.
We pride ourselves on nurturing professional growth and personal development while maintaining a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our team thrives on curiosity, critical thinking, and a strong work ethic, and we are dedicated to providing meaningful and challenging opportunities for career advancement.
Key Responsibilities
- We are seeking a dedicated Attorney to join our General Liability Team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of civil litigation matters while developing expertise in insurance defense law.
- Manage comprehensive case files, including conducting legal research, discovery, and factual investigations
- Review and analyze medical records and create detailed medical chronologies
- Draft legal documents including memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, and case progress reports
- Represent clients at depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- Maintain accurate and contemporaneous time records for all billable activities in accordance with firm policies and client requirements
- Meet established billable hour targets while ensuring quality and efficiency in all work product
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Collaborate with team members and support staff to ensure optimal case outcomes
- Stay current on relevant legal developments and industry trends
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission in good standing
- 3-5 years of civil litigation experience
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent oral and written communication abilities
- Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software
- A robust work ethic and commitment to excellence
- Experience in insurance defense litigation
- Trial experience
- Familiarity with motor vehicle and premises liability matters
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match
- Opportunities for structured bonuses based on performance
- Professional development and continuing legal education support
