Associate Attorney

Description

Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Join GGRM Law Firm, Nevada's premier injury law firm in Las Vegas, NV, as a Personal Injury Associate Attorney and make a significant impact on the lives of those who have been injured. If you enjoy interacting with clients and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate representation, we invite you to join our team.

For over 55 years, GGRM Law Firm has been a cornerstone of the Las Vegas community, dedicated to serving injured Nevadans by achieving maximum recovery and restoration. Being an employee at GGRM means being part of a supportive and team-oriented workplace where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We provide a flexible schedule that allows employees to choose their arrival time within a two-hour window, supporting a balance of personal and professional commitments. Join us and help continue our proud tradition of excellent service to our community.

Salary Range

• $150,000 - no experience required.
• $175,000 - 3+ years of experience as an Attorney, no workers' compensation experience required.
• $200,000 - 5+ years of experience as an Attorney and workers' compensation experience is required
• 1% - 4% bonus based on fee splitting of generated revenue

POSITION SUMMARY

A Personal Injury Attorney is responsible for the direction and management of all assigned cases.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ensuring case management software (CMS) feed is cleared daily
• Ensuring completion of all assigned tasks by relevant due dates
• Ensuring proper documentation of all assigned cases in CMS
• Ensuring emails are cleared daily
• Monitoring and managing the progress and statute of limitations (SOL) for assigned cases 
• Facilitating meetings with assigned Claim Specialists on a regular basis to ensure each claim is reviewed at least once per month 
• Completing Initial 72-hour Contacts with new clients 
• Completing Quarterly Meaningful Client Contacts (QMCC)
• Assessing cases for immediate demand 
• Reviewing red-flag records 
• Auditing cases to determine if a lifecare plan or future care is required 
• Reviewing and editing demands for partner approval 
• Negotiating the settlement of a claim
• Reviewing and approving disbursals
• Reviewing releases 
• Informing the Claims Assistant of reductions to requests 
• Preparing Poremba/Breen letters as needed 
• Attending litigation transfer meetings 
• Participating in administrative staff meetings and leadership team meetings
• Performing other duties as assigned 

GGRM Law Firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Graduate of an accredited institution by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctor degree and a specialization in law or any related field
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada and in good standing with the Nevada State Bar
• A valid Nevada driver’s license, valid driver’s insurance, and proof of driving record 
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques, legal terminology, and government regulations
• Excellent legal drafting, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, computer
• Ability to work with databases and online technological platforms, such as a CMS
• Ability to be detail-oriented, diligent, and flexible
• Ability to handle conflicting time demands and focus on task completion with little direction or need for supervisory follow-up
• Proficient command of the English language in both oral and written format
• Ability to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various backgrounds and professional competencies
• Committed to maintaining integrity and confidentiality on behalf of clients and the Firm

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Minimum of two years of experience in personal injury litigation
• Demonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven settlement skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish