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Attorney - Associate Level

KMW Legal is growing rapidly! We just completed a merger with The Swan Law firm. Our merged firm will practice law in Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia, with additional expansion announcements soon. We are seeking an Associate Personal Injury Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join our growing team. THIS ATTORNEY will practice in Florida. You must be highly organized and able to manage multiple caseloads. The ideal candidate is customer focused and empathetic.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

1. Case Evaluation: Evaluates the merits of clients' Personal Injury claims by reviewing relevant records, documents, and other evidence. They assess the nature and extent of the injury or damage, and determine the validity and potential value of the claim.

2. Legal Representation: Represents clients in Personal Injury cases, including hearings, trials, and appeals. They prepare and file legal documents, such as claims, appeals, and petitions, and advocate for clients' rights and interests in front of administrative agencies, courts, and other relevant forums.

3. Legal Strategy: Develops and implements legal strategies to protect the rights and interests of their clients. This may involve gathering and organizing evidence, conducting legal research, analyzing medical records, and consulting with medical experts or other professionals as needed. They may also negotiate with insurance companies to reach favorable settlements on behalf of their clients.

4. Client Communication: Communicates with clients regularly to provide updates on their cases, explain legal concepts, and answer questions. They may also advise clients on their rights, benefits, and legal options, and provide guidance on the legal process.

5. Medical and Vocational Assessment: May work closely with medical experts or vocational experts to assess the extent of their clients' injuries or illnesses, their impact on the clients' ability to work, and the appropriate level of compensation or benefits to seek.

6. Litigation: If a Personal Injury claim is disputed or denied, the attorney may represent clients in litigation. This may involve preparing for hearings or trials, conducting discovery, presenting evidence, and advocating for clients' interests in front of judges or other adjudicators.

7. Case Management: Responsible for managing various aspects of their cases, including organizing and maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, coordinating with medical providers, vocational experts, or other professionals, and managing other legal and administrative tasks related to their cases.

8. Adherence to Ethical Standards: Adhere to professional ethics and maintain client confidentiality at all times, following the rules and regulations of the legal profession and the jurisdiction in which they practice.

Qualifications include a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Excellent communication skills, negotiation skills, legal research and writing skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are often required for this role. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and procedures are required

Benefits

Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh(KMW Legal) is a growing personal injury law firm dedicated to helping the injured in their time of need. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:

Monday to Friday Work Location: Remote