Senior Counsel, Mentoring & Case Strategy

Description:

Personal Injury & Compensation Lawyers is a personal injury law firm specializing in trucking accidents. Our vision is to improve the life of each person we serve. Whether it is for our employees, our clients, or our community, WLG puts people first, provides unmatched expertise, and displays integrity in every situation.
Our attorneys and staff are committed to helping injured clients get the care and service they deserve. We take care of the complex legal work so that our clients can focus on recovery and getting their lives back. We are?determined to help our clients get the settlement they deserve, and we will be by our client's side every step of the way.
This firm is a Top 100 Places to Work recipient and a National Top Workplace honoree. We are proud of these achievements and honored to be among this prestigious list of companies. Our culture is special. But you can't just take our word for it...apply today and join the WLG family.
The Mentoring Attorney at Witherite Law Group plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our firm by providing guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys. This position requires a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in trucking litigation, strong leadership skills, a passion for fostering professional growth, and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services. The ideal candidate will excel in mentorship, team development, case evaluations, and performance management. The Mentoring Attorney will have a key role in contributing to the success and continued growth of our attorneys, firm, and care of our clients.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Leadership and Mentorship:

• Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to junior attorneys, assisting in their professional development and case management practices.
• Advise attorneys regarding proper case development, assessment, and valuation for all phases of litigation.
• Contribute and collaborate with junior attorneys in development of litigation and trial strategies as well as negotiations in mediation and/or through direct negotiations.
• Participate in developing attorney training systems to enhance the legal knowledge and skills of our attorneys.

Case Management:

• Conduct regular case reviews to monitor and advise attorney productivity and progress toward goals, providing feedback as needed.
• Assist in the development and oversight of professional development plans for attorneys within WLG Atlanta.

Performance Evaluation:

• Provide regular reporting regarding attorney performance, growth according to firm criteria, and progress toward individual and firm goals.
• Provide input for annual performance reviews.

Work Experience Requirements:

• 15+ years of experience litigating cases
• Admission to practice in Georgia Federal Courts preferred
• Trial Experience
• 10+ years in trucking litigation, with significant time on the defense side
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Prior mentoring and development responsibilities of junior attorneys preferred

Education Requirements:

• Graduate of an ABA accredited law school
• Current member, in good standing, of the State Bar of Georgia

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