Associate Attorney

You are interested in getting experience in a fast paced defense base act practice. Base plus bonus and world-class benefits.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Felix Frydberg
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Salary: $100,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

Experienced national firm looking to hire and develop great associates.

Why join us?

Industry best training, Consultative approach to the law and great mentorship.

What you should expect from The Firm:

To be treated with respect and professionalism
Training to ensure success
Competitive salary and benefit plan
Open doors that are always willing to listen

Job Details

Assists with docket involving Defense Base Act claims by:
Providing sound legal analysis, drafting petitions and communicating with clients, Department of Labor and opposing counsel.
Review, analyze and summarize claims documents including medical records, incident reports, and employment files
Complete legal analysis of files to determine likelihood of recovery, recoverable amounts, identification of additional documentation necessary for recovery, recoverable amounts, identification of additional documentation necessary for recovery
Participate in conferences with the Department of Labor to address issues pertinent to the resolution of files
Communicate clearly and concisely with clients on issues involving Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act
Make court appearances as necessary
Conduct consultations with potential clients
Assist with drafting legal documents

Qualifications:

Licensed to practice law in the state you wish to work or taking the bar in February
Problem solving skills
Ability to perform under stress
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail

What the will make you successful in this role:

Professionalism
Organizational skills
Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
Willingness to be trained by some of the best attorneys in the DBA industry

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