Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Litigation Attorney to join our legal team in our Fresno office. This position REQUIRES living in the Fresno area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law. This role requires excellent negotiation skills, a commitment to client advocacy, and the ability to conduct thorough legal research. The Litigation Attorney will be responsible for representing clients in court, preparing legal documents, and providing strategic legal advice.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Serve as point of contact for the resolution of client issues and complaints
• Provide legal guidance for clients
• Meet with clients to review potential settlement offers and assist in reaching resolution of claims
• Ability to travel to and from firm appearances / engagements
• Effectively negotiate settlements including all aspects of liability and damages
• Develop strategic approach and provide leadership / direction to paralegals
• Diligent review of court filings and related litigation documents
• Actively manage a wide range of pre-litigation and litigation cases both directly and through a team
• Perform legal research on relevant issues during the pre-litigation process and throughout the course of litigation
• Propound and respond to discovery
• Prepare summons, complaints, and other responsive pleadings for filing with the appropriate court
• Attend mediation, depositions, and other court appearances
• Review and edit demands

Qualifications :

• License to practice law in California and current good standing with CA

State Bar is required

• Must possess excellent interpersonal and social skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Personal Injury terminology
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) is preferred

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $100,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location : In person

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