Arbitration Attorney

Description:

• $150,000 - no experience required.
• $175,000 - 3+ years of experience as an Attorney, no Personal Injury experience required.
• $200,000 - 5+ years of experience as an Attorney and Personal Injury experience is required, and the ability to manage a GGRM caseload independently.

• Processing assigned claims in accordance with Firm policies and procedures.
• Ensuring case management software (CMS) feed is cleared daily.
• Completing all assigned tasks by relevant deadlines.
• Documenting all relevant activity in CMS properly.
• Ensuring emails are cleared daily.
• Leading early case evaluation by completing initial 72-hour client contacts, assessing cases for immediate demand potential, and identifying those requiring specialized expertise.
• Reviewing and analyzing medical records for red flags, lifecare planning needs, and potential liability or damages issues.
• Monitoring statute of limitations deadlines and directing initial investigation and evidence-gathering strategies.
• Developing comprehensive case valuations and reviewing or editing settlement demands for partner approval.
• Maintaining active case management by communicating efficiently with Claims Specialists, monitoring progress and deadlines, and overseeing the collection of medical records and lien resolution.
• Completing Quarterly Meaningful Client Contacts and managing client expectations through proactive communication and timely resolution of complex concerns.
• Managing court-annexed arbitration cases from initial pleadings through hearings, including discovery, expert witness coordination, and evidence preparation.
• Developing and executing arbitration-specific strategies tailored to case value and forum requirements.
• Collaborating with Litigation Specialists to ensure arbitration deadlines are met and case files are complete and presentation ready.
• Conducting pre-arbitration conferences with clients and experts to align strategy, testimony, and expectations.
• Presenting cases at arbitration and handling post-arbitration matters such as appeals and enforcement of awards.
• Analyzing arbitration outcomes and incorporating feedback to improve future case handling and resolution strategies.
• Leading settlement negotiations by developing strategies, preparing and reviewing demands, and evaluating settlement offers.
• Drafting and reviewing releases, approving disbursements, managing medical lien negotiations, and directing reduction requests.
• Preparing necessary correspondence, including Poremba and Breen letters, to support final resolution.
• Conducting regular meetings with Claims Specialists to ensure alignment and effective case handling.
• Participating in litigation transfer meetings to ensure a smooth hand-off.
• Coordinating with Investigation Specialists to facilitate smooth case transitions.
• Participating in staff meetings and leadership team meetings.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited institution by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctor degree and a specialization in law or any related field
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada and in good standing with the Nevada State Bar
• A valid Nevada driver's license, valid driver's insurance, and proof of driving record
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques, legal terminology, and government regulations
• Excellent legal drafting, writing, and verbal communication skills

• Minimum of two years of experience in Personal injury
• Proven settlement negotiation track record
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience managing legal teams