What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Litigation Attorney position at Price Benowitz LLP?
Company Overview
Price Benowitz, LLP is a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices and attorneys throughout Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, and Illinois. Price Benowitz’s areas of practice include criminal defense, personal injury, family law, and trusts and estates. Our core values are Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. Motivated professionals with a positive attitude are invited to apply!
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to handle personal injury cases in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia. This role involves managing a caseload of litigation matters, providing top-tier legal representation to clients, and preparing cases for trial. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law with proven litigation experience in ideally all three jurisdictions, but at least one to include either: Maryland, D.C. or Virginia.
Key Responsibilities
- Case Management: Handle a caseload of personal injury litigation matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases.
- Litigation: Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses. Conduct depositions, represent clients in court hearings, and prepare cases for trial.
- Trial Preparation: Collaborate with the trial team to develop case strategies and prepare for trial, including witness preparation and evidence presentation.
- Legal Research and Writing: Conduct legal research and draft briefs, motions, and memoranda.
- Client Relations: Maintain regular communication with clients to provide case updates, set expectations, and guide them through the litigation process.
- Settlement Negotiations: Engage in settlement negotiations with opposing counsel, ensuring that outcomes align with clients’ best interests.
- Jurisdictional Compliance: Ensure all filings, pleadings, and court submissions comply with the procedural rules of Maryland, D.C., and Virginia courts.
Qualifications and Skills
- Licenses: Must be licensed to practice law in Maryland, and/or D.C. and/or Virginia.
- Experience: 3-5 years of personal injury litigation experience.
- Litigation Expertise: Strong knowledge of personal injury law, with demonstrated experience in all phases of litigation, including trials.
- Client Focus: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
- Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate favorable settlements.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with case management software and litigation support tools.
- Bilingual: Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.
Why Join Price Benowitz, LLP?
At Price Benowitz, LLP, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where attorneys are encouraged to excel. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a chance to make a meaningful impact on clients’ lives.
