Junior Attorney

Are you looking for an opportunity to learn from some of the most esteemed attorneys and grow your career? Our law firm is looking for the next associate attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to our clients. You will work closely with our senior partners and associates, conduct legal research, draft documents, and maintain client files. If you’ve recently graduated law school, have excellent fact-finding and communication skills, and are ready to jump-start your career in the legal industry, we want to hear from you!Compensation:

$60,000 - $80,000 Annually + Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
• Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice
• Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals
• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action

• Lead a team of paralegals, legal assistants and other support staff to accomplish client goals and company goals.
• Develop and implement strategies to resolve the clients’ cases in a favorable and cost-effective manner.
• Advise clients of their legal options and assist them in understanding the possible outcomes and risks involved in their case.
• Provide a path to obtain superior results for our clients.

Qualifications:

• Has a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Applicants must have successfully passed the state bar exam
• Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
• Active membership with the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Solid communication skills and problem-solving skills required in order to work with clients, staff members and senior attorneys

• Possess a proven track record of success in resolving pre-litigation and litigation cases in the area of Personal Injury
• Participated as first chair in at least three trials
• Participated as second chair in at least three jury trials
• Understands and has demonstrated the ability to direct issue-driven depositions
• Has successfully implemented case plans and strategies for client matters
• Has successfully created and implemented a case budget for client matters

About Company

Derek L. Hall, PC is a Ridgeland, Mississippi-based law firm that emphasizes personal growth and development for its employees and staff. We believe that our team is vital to the success of our business and to our clients. We encourage finding better ways to help our employees and our clients through proven processes that create benefits in personal development, professional development, and overall happiness. We have a "never satisfied" mentality.

Come join our exciting, growing team.

TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK.