Sargent Law Firm is a growing personal injury law firm with offices in Oceanside, Temecula, Escondido and Idaho. Our office environment is friendly, positive, fast-paced and busy.

Job Description:

Sargent Law Firm is seeking to add another personal injury attorney to our team in our Oceanside, CA office. Candidates should be passionate about helping injured people and have a positive, upbeat attitude. The right candidate must be a team-player, have excellent work ethics and want to grow with our firm. Additionally, you must have the ability to think critically, speak and write persuasively and possess a strong drive to succeed. Our team members are committed to each other, the best interests of our clients, and the growth of the firm.

Compensation:

You will be eligible to earn compensation of $75,000+/year (comprised of a base salary and an unlimited performance bonus). You will also earn a referral fee bonus equal to ? of the net attorney fees for any new client matter you personally bring into the Firm, in accordance with State Bar rules. Our SLF attorney’s pay range is ~$100,000- $300,000/yr based on experience and bonuses. We also offer health/dental/vision benefits, holidays, vacation and CA bar dues & MCLE reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of pre-litigation personal injury cases;
• Communicate extensively with clients, manage clients’ medical treatment and educate clients about their case;
• Maintain client case files;
• Ability to review, analyze and organize medical records and bills;
• Knowledge calculating damages, including lost wages, property damage and medical expenses;
• Prepare demand packages to send to insurance companies;
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies;
• Draft pleadings, motions and all court-related documents;
• Manage all aspects of discovery and ensure that deadlines are met;
• Attend mediations, depositions, court appearances and trial;
• Conduct effective legal research;
• Willingness and ability to regularly interact with clients, adjusters, and other lawyers/paralegals over the phone and in person;
• Lead and supervise a team handling a client's case;
• Handle large volume of cases

Qualifications:

• 1 year of personal injury law or litigation experience is preferred;
• Graduate of an ABA-accredited law school;
• Current member of the California Bar and in good standing (required);
• Have excellent communication skills;
• Be self-motivated, intellectually curious and possess a strong work ethic;
• Enjoy continuous learning in a fast-paced and friendly work environment;
• Work independently with minimal supervision;
• Overall organization and attention to detail are absolutely necessary;
• Be comfortable in an all Mac environment

A resume and cover letter should be sent for our review.

Applicants should NOT call the office or appear in person. Interviews will be scheduled after review of credentials.

Job Type: Full-time

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• California State Bar OR Idaho State Bar (Required)

Work Location: In person