Associate Attorney – Personal Injury & Workers' Compensation
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Compensation: $90,000 – $115,000 + Bonus
About the Role: We are seeking a driven and client-focused Associate Attorney with 1 to 6 years of experience to join our growing legal team in Indianapolis. In this role, you will champion the rights of injured clients, managing a dynamic caseload from initial intake through resolution. If you have a passion for advocacy, strong negotiation skills, and a desire to work in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Advocacy & Intake: Meet with prospective clients to evaluate potential claims, sign new cases, and build strong client relationships from day one.
- Case Management: Oversee personal injury and workers' compensation files through every stage of litigation, settlement, or trial.
- Strategy & Investigation: Develop comprehensive case strategies, review medical records, analyze insurance policies, and assess supporting documentation.
- Negotiation & Resolution: Negotiate favorable settlements with insurance adjusters and defense counsel, including handling medical lien and reduction negotiations to maximize client recovery.
- Legal Drafting: Prepare compelling correspondence, pleadings, settlement demands, and other necessary legal documents.
- Communication: Maintain proactive, compassionate communication with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
- Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly alongside paralegals, legal assistants, and fellow attorneys to drive case efficiency.
- Client Flexibility: Accommodate occasional after-hours client appointments when necessary to meet client needs.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualifications: An active license to practice law in the state of Indiana.
- Experience: Prior experience in plaintiff personal injury or workers' compensation law is strongly preferred, though motivated candidates with strong transferable litigation skills are encouraged to apply.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
- Organization: Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume caseload effectively.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous eye for detail paired with sound legal judgment.
- Client-First Mentality: A compassionate, empathetic approach dedicated to providing outstanding customer service.
- Culture Fit: A positive attitude, a team-oriented mindset, and a genuine enthusiasm for collaborative legal practice.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career, please reach out to Nykki McAdoo at nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com and submit your confidential resume.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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