Description:
Job Description:An Appellate, Business Transactions Law Firm is a rapidly growing defense law firm with offices in Houston, TX, New Orleans, LA, Chicago, IL and Boca Raton, FL. We have immediate needs for new associates who are licensed:
- Responsible for docket involving Defense Base Act claims by:
- providing sound legal analysis, drafting petitions and communicating with clients, Department of Labor and opposing counsel in a timely manner
- Review, analyze and summarize claims documents including medical records, incident reports, and employment files
- Prepares reports for clients as needed and on schedule
- 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
- Experience drafting pleads, discovery and motions, making court appearances, and taking/defending depositions.
- MUST be committed to teamwork and cooperation with your team of fellow lawyers while working on everyday tasks.
- Must possess excellent legal research and writing skills, a strong ability to think strategically / analytically, and outstanding communication skills
- Professionalism
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
- Willingness to be trained by some of the best attorneys in the DBA industry
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Patience to handle a fast paced environment
- A positive attitude is a MUST!
What you should expect from The Firm:
- To be treat with respect and professionalism
- Training to ensure success
- Competitive salary and benefit plan
- Open doors that are always willing to listen
- Great work life balance!
- 401K
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off