Personal Injury Attorney

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join our expanding New Jersey practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling personal injury matters and the ability to independently manage cases throughout the litigation process. This role offers an opportunity to take ownership of a personal injury caseload, develop case strategy, advocate for clients, and work collaboratively with a team of experienced attorneys and legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload of personal injury matters from case evaluation and initiation through resolution.
• Develop and execute case strategies based on the facts, legal issues, and objectives of each matter.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Take and defend depositions and represent clients in court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and other legal proceedings.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel, insurance carriers, and other parties to advance cases and achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Maintain regular and effective communication with clients, providing updates regarding case status, strategy, and potential outcomes.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff to efficiently manage cases and ensure timely progression of matters.
• Analyze liability, damages, medical records, and other evidence to assess case value and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Stay current on developments in personal injury law, court procedures, and relevant legal trends.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in New Jersey, in good standing.
• 5+ years of experience practicing law, with significant experience handling personal injury matters preferred.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing a personal injury caseload.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, discovery, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.
• Strong understanding of personal injury litigation, including liability, damages, insurance coverage, and case valuation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, opposing counsel, insurance representatives, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, strategic, and results-oriented approach to case management and client representation.

Compensation Range:

$150,000—$200,000 USD

Compensation: The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to; prior relevant experience, business needs and market factors. Additionally, salary wages are only part of the total compensation package.

Benefits: (Eligible full-time employees and part-time employees who work over 30 hours a week)

• Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
• Paid Time off- Vacation and Sick time
• Robust Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays (Early closures Memorial Day- Labor Day)
• 401k Plans + matching for qualifying employees

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandon J Broderick provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.

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