Shift Hours: Full-Time
Location: Tampa, Orlando, or Ft. Meyers
Compensation Range: $60k + Bonuses
Position Summary:
Seeking a passionate, motivated attorney with 3-5 years experience in pre-suit and litigation in the personal injury field. Bilingual (English + Spanish) is a plus. The candidate will work from one office (Tampa, Orlando, or Ft. Meyers) but may work remotely for one of the other 2 offices.
Core Responsibilities:
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Trial Preparation: Assist senior attorneys in all aspects of trial preparation, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests, and preparing witnesses for trial.
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Courtroom Representation: Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, depositions, and trials. Present arguments effectively, cross-examine witnesses, and handle objections professionally.
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Case Management: Manage a caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution. Conduct thorough investigations, gather evidence, analyze medical records, and develop strategies for optimal case outcomes.
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Legal Research and Writing: Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
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Client Communication: Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed about the progress of their cases, explaining legal options, and providing sound legal advice.
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Negotiation and Settlement: Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel, insurance companies, and other relevant parties to obtain favorable outcomes for clients.
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Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with partners, senior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient workflow and successful case management.
Physical Requirements: The position involves working in an office environment. Candidates must be able to complete essential functions of the job in this environment, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Work Environment: Air-conditioned, office environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Admitted to the Florida Bar and in good standing.
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3-5 years of experience practicing personal injury law, with a focus on trial work.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with A genuine passion for helping injured clients seeking justice.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
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Proficient in legal research and drafting legal documents.
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
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Demonstrated courtroom experience, including trial work.
Benefits:
The company offers PTO, health insurance, and retirement benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
Sipley The Best, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, or sexual orientation
Send qualified resumes to us at Sipleythebest.com/jobseekers
