What are the responsibilities and job description for the ATTORNEY, ASSOCIATE, LITIGATION position at CESAR ORNELAS LAW PLLC?
Cesar Ornelas law is looking to hire an energetic Litigation Attorney, with the drive and experience to help us make a difference in the lives we serve. As an Attorney at this firm, you will have the opportunity to flourish and learn in a dynamic environment with the potential to have unlimited growth. Our Texas offices include San Antonio, El Paso, Dallas, Houston, and Midland. Our New Mexico offices include Hobbs, Santa Fe, and Española.
Cesar Ornelas law is one of the fastest-growing personal injury law firms in the Texas and New Mexico markets. We have experienced an unparalleled amount of growth since 2021 and are looking to double our current workforce by 2024.
Essential Job Functions
- Communicating with insurance companies and medical providers to obtain records and update information on cases
- Interviewing clients to understand their case’s details, identifying issues, and determining a strategy for settlement or trial
- Drafting legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, and settlement offers
- Negotiating settlements with the other party’s attorney on behalf of clients
- Preparing cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, acquiring evidence such as medical records, and conducting investigations
- Helping clients prepare for mediation sessions or settlement conferences with opposing counsel
- Educating clients about their legal rights and responsibilities throughout the process
- Preparing and filing court documents such as complaints or motions
- Representing clients in court proceedings such as trials or hearings regarding personal injury cases
Competencies
- Excellent analytical and interpretation
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Passion for client service and practice development
- Strong legal writing
- Verbal Communication skills
- Must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice throughout employment.
Work environment
Our most important focus is the Person in Personal Injury! We are consistently striving to overcome the large firms that only care about results and ensure all aspects of our business is elevated to the highest standards. When you join a firm like Cesar Ornelas law you are joining a team of like-minded professionals dedicated to getting the best outcome for our clients.
Education and Experience
- 3-5 years of Personal Injury experience
- JD degree
- Texas and/ or New Mexico Bar License
- Proven working experience in litigation
- Previous experience with legal programs or salesforce a plus
- Bilingual a plus
World Class Benefits Include
- Medical - $200 employer contribution
- Dental
- Vision
- Long-term Disability- 100% Employer covered
- Basic Life Insurance- 100% Employer covered
- PTO
