Associate Attorney

About the firm:

Graves|Thomas|Rotunda: The legal talent of this firm focuses on personal injury cases, from motorcycle accidents, construction accidents to wrongful death cases.

We provide exceptional advocacy and representation to individuals throughout Florida who have been hurt by the careless conduct of others.

With offices in Vero Beach and Port St. Lucie, we have an immediate opening for you to become the next Personal Injury Attorney at our growing firm.

Duties and responsibilities:

The Personal Injury Attorney will have the responsibility of independently managing a large caseload of which 95%-98% will be motor vehicle accident cases. The caseload will predominantly consist of pre-suit cases with some litigation duties. Responsibilities therefore include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing legal support and guidance to clients
• Finding ethical solutions to legal matters
• Negotiating settlements with insurance carriers
• Covering PIP recorded statements and PIP Examinations Under Oath
• Otherwise handling case management from inception to completion
• Staying informed about any current legislation and case law
• Building trustworthy relationships with clients
• Drafting pleadings, written discovery and motions
• Arguing motions and covering depositions

Qualification and Experience:

• Florida licensed attorney in good standing with Florida Bar, with no disciplinary or malpractice history
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior oral and written advocacy skills
• Familiar with the Clerk of the Court Portal
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an attorney handling personal injury cases
• Must have knowledge of federal and state statues, court rules, forms, processes, and procedures that apply to personal injury practice in Florida including Fla. Stat. §627.736, §627.727, §768.76
• Meet with Managing Attorneys and Support Staff weekly for case updates and department meetings
• This position will be In-Office

Job Type:

• Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• Legal: 2 years (Required)
• Legal presuit PI case management: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person