At Peterson & Associates, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and aggressive legal representation for individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. Our firm specializes in plaintiff-side personal injury cases. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Personal Injury Attorney and are in immediate need of an outgoing, hard-working and client-focused attorney.
The attorney will be responsible for all aspects of civil litigation practice from inception of the case to settlement. Duties will include, but are by no means limited to:
- Manage all phases of personal injury cases from intake to settlement
- Conduct thorough case investigations to determine liability and damages
- Handle settlement negotiations with insurance companies and opposing counsel
- Drafting of petitions, discovery and motions
- Deposition preparation and taking of depositions
- Represent clients in court proceedings, including trials, hearings, mediations and arbitrations
- Handling of trial preparation and trials
- Provide exceptional client service and communication, keeping clients informed at all stages of their case
Excellent time-management, organizational and communication skills, accuracy and the ability to handle a high-volume of work efficiently are essential to this position.
Applicants must be motivated, organized self-starters with solid work ethic who can thrive on accurate, efficient multi-tasking. The willingness to embrace working in a high energy, team-oriented environment is a must.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Missouri. A Kansas license is also preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Compassionate approach to client interaction and advocacy
How to Apply:
Once you have submitted your resume via LinkedIn, please call 816-888-8888 and ask to speak with Debbie Fulton to confirm our receipt of your resume and discuss the next steps of the application process. All candidates will be kept confidential.
