Associate Attorney

Are you looking for an opportunity to learn from some of the most esteemed attorneys and grow your career? Our law firm is looking for the next associate attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to clients. You will work closely with our senior partners and associates, conduct legal research, draft documents, and maintain client files. If you’ve recently graduated from law school, have excellent fact-finding and communication skills, and are ready to jump-start your career in the legal industry, we want to hear from you!

$60,000 - $80,000 Annually + Bonus

• Perform legal research, prepare for and attend hearings or other legal proceedings, and give general counsel under the supervision of senior associate attorneys
• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
• Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals
• Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations

• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Prepared to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients

• Possesses a proven track record of success in resolving pre-litigation and litigation cases in the area of Personal Injury

• Participated as first chair in at least three trials

• Participated as second chair in at least three jury trials

• Understands and has demonstrated the ability to direct issue-driven depositions

• Has successfully implemented case plans and strategies for client matters

• Has successfully created and implemented a case budget for client matters

With more than 30 years of experience and genuine compassion for the people we serve, at Derek L. Hall PC, our attorneys believe that client satisfaction is the best measure of success.We believe that our team is vital to the success of our business and to clients. We encourage finding better ways to help our employees and clients through proven processes that create benefits in personal development, professional development, and overall happiness. We have a "never satisfied" mentality.

TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK.