Personal Injury Attorney - Reno

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Richard Harris Law Firm is Nevada’s largest and one of the most respected plaintiff personal injury practices in the country. It is recognized for the expertise and achievements of its trial lawyers who have obtained some of the largest verdicts and settlements in the state and the nation. Several lawyers of the firm are Board Certified Personal Injury specialists and have been named Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Nevada Justice Association.  Others have gone on to become Nevada District Court Judges. 

The firm’s community outreach and contribution to worthy causes are among the best of any company in the State. The firm is consistently ranked one of the best places to work in the legal field because of its diversity, support system and generous incentive-based compensation plan. We are currently looking to add to our exceptional team in our Reno office. 

The ideal candidate must be licensed to practice law in the state of Nevada and in good standing. California admission is a plus because we handle personal injury cases out of our Reno office not only for Northern Nevada clients, but from the Bay Area and Eastern California.  Potential candidates pending recent bar results are welcome to apply. Candidates must have a good work ethic, the ability to practice law in a caring and professional manner and to work as part of a team. 

We are looking for an individual who is outgoing, focused, able to manage a high volume and time sensitive workflow effectively and efficiently. Strong people skills are necessary. The position requires one to work both independently and within a team environment.

This is a position for someone who is looking for a long-term commitment with opportunities to grow.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow of 2-3 Case Managers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage a high-volume caseload of pre-litigation person injury cases.
• Provide comprehensive legal advice to clients regarding their personal injury claims.
• Maintain regular contact with clients to update them on their case status.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance adjusters and defense attorneys.
• Stay updated on developments in personal injury law and utilize this knowledge to better serve our clients and the firm.
• Collaborate with internal departments, such as case managers, investigators, and administrative staff, to gather necessary information and support case management efforts.
• Coordinate with external parties, including medical professionals, experts, and other attorneys, as needed.
• Participate in case review meetings, provide input, and contribute to the development of case strategies.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to manage approximately 250-300 pre-lit cases and oversee 2-3 case managers.
• We are looking for an individual who is outgoing, focused, able to manage a high volume and time sensitive workflow effectively and efficiently.
• The position requires one to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and an active member in good standing with the Nevada State Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a pre-litigation attorney with a focus on personal injury law.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.