Associate Attorney - Plaintiff Personal Injury

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Attorney - Plaintiff Personal Injury

Associate Attorney - Plaintiff Personal Injury

Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our plaintiff personal injury practice. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of personal injury matters, advocate zealously for injured clients, and work collaboratively with partners, paralegals, and medical experts to obtain outstanding results. This role offers courtroom experience, client-facing responsibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a plaintiff-focused law firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of plaintiff personal injury claims from intake through trial and appeal, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement documents.
• Conduct client interviews, maintain regular client communication, and counsel clients on case strategy, medical treatment, and settlement decisions.
• Investigate claims by reviewing medical records, consulting with medical experts, inspecting accident scenes when appropriate, and coordinating with investigators.
• Prepare for and attend mediations, depositions, hearings, and trials; develop trial strategies and examine witnesses effectively.
• Negotiate settlements with defense counsel and insurance adjusters to achieve favorable outcomes for clients while documenting settlement terms and preparing closing paperwork.
• Collaborate with partners, paralegals, and support staff to ensure timely case progression, file management, and adherence to deadlines and court rules.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on liability, damages, and procedural issues; stay current on relevant case law and statutory developments.
• Contribute to business development efforts by participating in community outreach, client referrals, and firm marketing initiatives as needed.
• Maintain accurate case files, billing records, and conflict checks; ensure compliance with ethical rules and firm policies.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar (or pending admission).
• 2+ years of experience handling plaintiff personal injury matters preferred; new attorneys with strong internships or clerkships in civil litigation encouraged to apply.
• Proven experience in drafting pleadings, taking depositions, conducting discovery, and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong understanding of personal injury law, damages, medical records interpretation, and liability analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, client management ability, and professional judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently while working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Comfortable with legal research tools, case management software, and electronic filing systems.
• High ethical standards, attention to detail, and a commitment to achieving client-centered results.

Benefits

• PTO 
• Medical Benefits
• 401k
• Salary Range 65-120k DOE

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/14/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.