Nicolet Law is looking for an Attorney to join our Personal Injury practice. Must be admitted to practice law in Iowa. This position will involve record review, legal research, legal writing, negotiations, discovery, depositions, hearings, trial, and other work advocating for injured clients in the Midwest.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a personal injury caseload including but not limited to auto accidents, dog bites, slip and fall, wrongful death, and other negligence-based claims
• Conduct initial client consultations and case evaluations
• Review and summarize case records including but not limited to insurance policies and records, medical and billing records, and police reports
• Draft and proof read legal correspondence and demand letters
• Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Prepare to take and defend depositions, including expert and lay witnesses
• Represent clients in mediation and court proceedings including trial
• Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed throughout the legal process
• Collaborate with support staff to efficiently move cases forward
• Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical obligations

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in Iowa
• Ability to commute to meet clients as needed
• Previous experience in a professional office environment
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team, manage and prioritize multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Client focused with a high level of professionalism and customer service; ability to handle confidential matters with discretion
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, growing office that focuses on client satisfaction and results
• Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software; Clio experience preferred but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook

Nicolet Law Office offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage, flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off and additional paid leave policies including Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Military Leave
• Paid Parking

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Full-time
• May require some night or weekend work, but job duties will primarily be during regular business hours
• In person at one of our several offices in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, or Wisconsin
• Must be willing to travel to meet clients as needed