Personal Injury Attorney

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A law firm seeks a Personal Injury Attorney for its Jackson, MS office. This role involves representing clients in personal injury cases and civil litigation matters. The attorney will handle various responsibilities, including:

• Communicating with clients to understand case details and provide updates
• Conducting depositions and defending clients during depositions
• Conducting legal research and drafting legal documents such as complaints, motions, and briefs
• Leading mediations to negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
• Developing case strategies in collaboration with the legal team
• Representing clients in trials when cases proceed to litigation

Job Overview:

The Personal Injury Attorney will manage a caseload of personal injury and civil litigation matters from the initial client consultation solution. This role requires strong communication, negotiation, and litigation skills.

Duties:

• Communicate with clients to gather case details and provide legal advice
• Take and defend depositions of witnesses and experts
• Conduct legal research to support case arguments
• Draft legal documents, including complaints, motions, and briefs
• Lead mediations to negotiate settlements
• Develop case strategies in collaboration with the legal team
• Represent clients in trials and hearings as necessary

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience practicing personal injury or civil litigation
• Licensed and in good standing with the Mississippi State Bar
• Experience drafting and responding to motions
• Substantial knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Mississippi State Bar

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent negotiation and mediation skills
• Proficient in legal research and writing
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills

Job Location:

Jackson, MS

Benefits Offered:

• Contingency fee referral opportunities
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced teams nationwide
• An office and legal staff to support your practice

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306