ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY-MODESTO Licensed Attorney
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Why Work Here?
Whether you are just starting or you are advancing your legal career, Berg is the ideal workplace. We offer a great work/life balance, no billable hours, an excellent training and mentoring program, professional growth opportunities, a friendly and collegial work environment, a competitive benefits package, two days remote work per week after training, state of the art case management software, and the ability to earn 1/3 of the attorney fee when cases settle from clients that you personally refer.
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION BUT OFFERS 2 DAYS REMOTE WORK AFTER TRAINING IS COMPLETE
Job description:
Plaintiff's personal injury firm seeks an attorney to handle personal injury cases in our Modesto office. We are looking for someone who has strong people skills, is very organized and detail oriented, is a self-starter, is able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. This position does not involve litigation work.
Qualifications:
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Understanding of Tort/PI law.
1+ years of personal injury experience preferred, however we are willing to train.
Bilingual Spanish a PLUS!
What do we offer you as an employee?
We offer competitive benefits that include health, dental, and vision insurance.
PTO and holiday pay.
In addition to salary, there are opportunities to make bonuses, including the ability to earn 1/3 of the attorney fee when cases settle from clients that you have personally referred to the firm.
After one year, employees are eligible to participate in our 401k plan with employer match at 4%.
What will you be doing?
After a comprehensive training program, under the direction of the Managing Attorney, you will be:
Working with a team of case managers answering their questions, making sure clients are getting the medical treatment they need, making sure all avenues of insurance and recovery are explored, and making sure cases are moving towards the demand phase.
Communicating with clients at least every 30-90 days.
Reviewing cases to determine the case value, identifying all potential defendants, determining if there is evidence that needs to be preserved and if any experts and/or investigators should be hired.
Determining the general strategy of the case depending on the facts.
Reviewing and revising demand packages which would include reviewing and summarizing medical records and other documents.
Reviewing and revising drafts of complaints, public entity claim forms, case management conference statements, minors’ compromise petitions, and other documents.
Attend court hearings including case management conferences and minors’ compromise hearings.
Some supervision of team members.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person