Attorney Associate

About:

We are a rapidly growing Plaintiffs Elder Abuse & Personal Injury practice located in Los Angeles CA. We are currently seeking an experienced Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join our dynamic team.

We are proud of our commitment to and vision of providing clients with the highest level of service. The ideal candidate will be someone who wants the chance to make a difference for our clients and contribute to our firm as a whole.

What we provide:

-A team environment guided by respect and care
-An investment in technology and processes for our team
-A challenging fast paced and interesting case load
-A very competitive salary
-Growth opportunity and a collaborative team environment in addition to a competitive benefits package including medical dental and vision options and paid parking

Requirements:

- Admission to the State Bar of California.
- Passion for representing injured clients against insurance companies.
- Previous experience in personal injury litigation cases.
- Strong attention to details and excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Ability to be a leader and effectively lead all team members within the departments you manage.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Health Insurance: Medical Dental Vision
- 401K
- PTO: 4 Personal Time-Off; 6 Sick Days.
- Paid holidays
- Free parking

Note:

- Both Plaintiff and Defense attorneys will be considered for this position.

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about fighting on behalf of individuals against large firms and companies and if helping those who cannot help themselves is important to you we invite you to join our team.

We value our employees and believe in fostering a culture of growth development and success. You will have opportunities to expand your skills and advance within the firm. If you are interested in joining our team please submit your confidential application.

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other protected status. We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for an Associate Attorney

1. Case Load Management

• Number of Cases Handled: The number of cases an associate is managing reflecting their capacity and workload.
• Cases Closed/Resolved: The number of cases successfully closed or resolved within a given time frame (e.g. monthly quarterly).
• Case Resolution Time: Average time taken from case intake to resolution. A shorter time frame may indicate efficiency while a longer time frame could suggest complex cases.
• Case Outcome/Settlement Amount: The quality and value of settlements or verdicts achieved. This can include the total dollar amount of settlements obtained for clients.

2. Client Satisfaction and Communication

• Client Feedback/Satisfaction: Regular client satisfaction surveys or direct feedback. This could be based on communication case updates or overall satisfaction with the handling of their case.
• Client Retention Rate: Percentage of clients who return for future legal matters or refer others to the firm.
• Response Time: The average time it takes for the associate to respond to client emails phone calls or inquiries. Faster response times can lead to higher client satisfaction.

3. Billable Hours

• Billable Hours Logged: Number of hours an associate bills to clients. This is a key productivity metric though it must be balanced with the quality of work and client outcomes.
• Billable Hour Target: Set targets based on firm expectations (e.g.billable hours per year) and track whether the associate is meeting those goals.

4. Legal Skills and Knowledge

• Case Wins/Settlements: Number of favorable case outcomes whether through a successful settlement judgment or trial win.
• Legal Research Quality: Measure of the thoroughness and accuracy of legal research evidenced by the associates ability to present strong legal arguments.
• Precedent and Strategy Use: The associates ability to identify and leverage relevant legal precedents to build strong cases.

5. Professional Development

• Continuing Education/Certifications: The number of relevant CLE (Continuing Legal Education) courses or certifications completed.
• Mentorship/Training: Involvement in mentoring junior associates paralegals or interns contributing to the development of the team.

6. Team Collaboration and Firm Contribution

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Evaluation of how well the associate works with colleagues including sharing resources legal strategies and contributing to firm-wide goals.
• Firm Initiatives: Involvement in firm-wide initiatives such as marketing efforts pro bono work or community engagement. An associate who participates in these activities contributes to the overall success and reputation of the firm.

7. Trial and Negotiation Performance

• Trial Preparation and Participation: Frequency and success rate in trial preparation motion practice and actual trial appearances.
• Negotiation Success: Effectiveness in negotiating settlements or settlements-in-principle with insurance companies opposing counsel or other parties.

8. Settlement and Litigation Strategy

• Settlement Rate: Percentage of cases settled before trial vs. those going to trial. High settlement rates may indicate skillful negotiation though its also important to evaluate whether cases are settling at fair amounts.
• Litigation Strategy Development: The associates ability to develop effective strategies for case litigation including motions depositions and expert witness coordination.

9. Compliance and Risk Management

• Adherence to Deadlines: Meeting deadlines for filing documents discovery and other court requirements. Failure to meet deadlines can hurt case outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Ethical and Legal Compliance: A measure of adherence to legal and ethical standards with a focus on avoiding conflicts of interest client complaints or malpractice.

10. Revenue and Profitability

• Revenue Generation: The amount of revenue generated from cases the associate manages or participates in. This is more relevant for senior associates with a direct role in bringing in clients or handling high-value cases.
• Cost Efficiency: The ability to manage resources effectively and minimize costs while maintaining high-quality work.