Personal Injury Attorney
Company: The Matian Firm, APC
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: June 25, 2022
Job Description:
The Matian Firm, APC is looking for an experienced Personal
injury attorney to join our Las Vegas office. This position will
handle all phases of personal injury litigation from preparing and
filing complaints, to discovery and trial. Duties will include case
oversight of litigation cases at all stages of litigation;
propounding and responding to discovery; conferring with opposing
counsel on discovery disputes; attending hearings preparing
necessary motions; preparing subpoenas; law and motion work; taking
and defending depositions; and preparing trial documents. The ideal
candidate is internally driven, able to take direction well, and is
detail-oriented. We are looking for a team player ready to come in
and immediately contribute to a positive workflow. There is an
opportunity for growth based on the level of commitment and
production.Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of various types of personal injury matters
in litigation
- Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients,
including filing complaints
- Draft meet and confer letters to opposing counsel regarding
discovery disputes
- Prepare clients for depositions and other applicable
hearings
- Take and defend depositions throughout the course of
litigation
- Prepare and respond to motions, including dispositive
motions
- Attend court appearances
- Preparing for trial
- Negotiate settlements for personal injury cases
- Perform administrative and management functions for the
department
- Direct and support investigation on all assigned litigation
matters
- Assess potential and current matters for valuation purposes to
aid in early resolution
- Identify and retain medical experts and/or legal experts for
each particular matter including their preparation for trial and/or
depositions
- Maintain communication with clients through the course of the
claim and litigation, including all client-required reporting and
budgeting guidelines
- Perform legal research on relevant issues during the
pre-litigation process throughout the course of
litigationQualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of pre-litigation and litigation
experience
- Strong background in Personal Injury Litigation, including
pre-litigation case management and discovery
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
- Juris Doctor degree and current good standing with CA and NV
State bar is required.
- Extensive experience taking and defending depositions
required.
- Ability to manage discovery and assist with trial
preparation.
- Active, acute knowledge of medical experts.
- Active knowledge and ability to settle
pre-litigation/litigation cases for full value.Who You Are:
- You are be able to work under pressure-things change fast
around here.
- We expect you to set high standards for yourself and be an
example of what's possible.
- You are a self starter with a high level of resourcefulness and
initiative.
- You are highly detail-oriented with superb organizational and
project management skills.
- You thrive on working hard to over-deliver and delight the
client
- We expect you to be a great communicator so you can collaborate
with other team members in a professional, efficient manner.
- You have great tech skills and the ability to learn new
software applications quickly.
- We expect you to have funHere at The Matian Firm, we offer
medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation
package including a 401(k) plan. Some perks include complimentary
parking, paid time off, and more! Come be a part of our growing
firm and its opportunities for career development. You will learn
and develop alongside a team of professionals with a focus on
excellence in the legal industry.The Matian Firm, APC is an equal
employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless
of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national
origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We're
dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work
environment.
Keywords: The Matian Firm, APC, Las Vegas , Personal Injury Attorney, Legal , Las Vegas, Nevada
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