Successful Midwestern law firm seeks an associate attorney with 3 or more years of experience defending general liability claims to join our Omaha, NE office. Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is a growing and dynamic firm with an eight-state footprint (WI, IN, IL, MO, NE, KS, TN and IA). Portable business is a plus, but not required.
Essential Job Functions:
- Gathering and analyzing medical evidence and medical records.
- Deposing plaintiffs, physicians, experts, and other parties/witnesses.
- Conducting discovery.
- Performing legal research.
- Remaining current with developments in the law.
- Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.
- Representing the interests of clients or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, and other proceedings.
- Communicating with claims representatives.
- Assisting with the investigation and analysis of accidents and potential claims.
- Managing costs to reduce liability.
- Compiling and submitting reports required by company management.
- Coordinating and attending claims reviews.
- Negotiating settlements on behalf clients and insurance carriers.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Education, Skills and Qualifications:
- J.D. and proof of admission to the Nebraska Bar (Iowa Bar a plus).
- Proven track record of 3-5 or more years of experience in general liability claims defense.
- Working knowledge of legal principles and practices.
- In depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology.
- Microsoft Word experience required; legal software experience preferred.
- Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and research skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
- Excellent telephone and writing skills.
- Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
- Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well independently.
- Organization, planning, attention to detail, and dependability.
- Firm and client confidentiality required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $71,356.12 - $125,934.25 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person