Associate Attorney (Personal Injury)

Strategic HR Outsourcing Solutions (SOS HR) is a boutique RPO (Recruiting Process Outsourcing) firms specializing in all areas of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition/Recruiting. Our core expertise is in the area of HR Consulting, Staff Augmentation, Recruiting from A – Z, and Professional Services. We attribute our record of growth to our thriving base of highly motivated, results-driven management team, employees, and consultants. If you have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, great customer service and the willingness to learn, then we want to talk to you! We have a customer that has the below need for a perm position in Rockville, MD (No Relocation) Overview Are you ready to work in a challenging, well – established, and dynamic law firm? Our client is a small personal injury boutique law firm with 4 lawyers and 3 paralegals seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in personal injury to help manage their high volume of litigation cases. Job Summary As an Associate Attorney, you will work alongside a Senior Attorney on assigned cases while taking on direct client contact and court representation. Your tasks include conducting initial client consultations, drafting legal documents, managing the discovery process, and performing legal research. You will represent their clients in both District and Circuit Courts across Maryland and Virginia. While they frequently negotiate settlements on behalf of clients, they are looking for someone who can aggressively represent their clients' interests in litigation. Their ideal applicant has litigating experience, with background or exposure to personal injury, Workers' Compensation Commission, and negotiations with insurance companies. Duties and Responsibilities Conduct initial consultations with potential clients and maintain ongoing client contact Assist with and draft legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and briefs Manage and assist with the discovery process by administering depositions, issuing interrogatories, and reviewing documents Perform comprehensive legal research for assigned cases Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients Make regular court appearances as necessary in Maryland and Virginia District and Circuit Courts Requirements and Qualifications Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school MUST BE licensed in both Maryland and Virginia 3+ years experience in personal injury and litigation Litigating experience required Experience in personal injury litigation Experience in Workers' Compensation experience is a plus Demonstrates patience, empathy, and exceptional client service Ability to work with clients navigating stressful and emotionally challenging circumstances Ability to work effectively within a small, collaborative team environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills and sharp attention to detail Self – motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while managing priorities and deadlines Competitive salary $100K - $150K (+ commissions) Healthcare Benefits Advancement and professional development opportunities Our client and we are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer that understands the value of diversity and its impact on a high performance culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr Strategic HR Outsourcing Solutions