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Jacoby and Meyers

Investigative Attorney

Jacoby and Meyers, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


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Position at Jacoby & Meyers

Investigative Attorney Job Description

Do you want to

LOVE

where you work, make an impact in your community, and receive hands on training alongside some of the best attorneys in the field?

Jacoby & Meyers is the pre- eminent law firm protecting consumers since 1972. We are currently seeking a smart and capable attorney to join our growing team. Prior personal injury experience is not required but highly preferred; new bar passers encouraged to apply. At Jacoby & Meyers, every single employee gets to make an impact. Our values guide the way we work with each other. It's a culture where you have the freedom to experiment and push your talents as far as they can go.

Job Title:

Investigative AttorneySalary:

$100K - $160KType of Position:

Full Time

Location:

Usually, M-F 9-5 pm and flexible; however, attorney must also be flexible. The position will require traveling and driving to locations and may require being available outside of business hours and on some weekends, depending on investigation and as needed to meet and speak with clients

Job Description:Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Review and evaluate liability and insurance availability for the firm's big injury and catastrophic injury casesBuild client relationships and communicate with clients and family members during pre-litigationConduct investigations - collect and analyze evidence in order to determine all potential claims and liability, potential defendants, and insurance coverages (including going to the incident location and conducting field investigations to take photos, obtain surveillance footage, interview witnesses, etc.)Hire appropriate experts to assist with case; collect and provide information necessary for experts to conduct their case analysis and determine liabilityHire outside investigators to take recorded statements and/or do specialized investigationConduct legal researchInvestigate facts of loss and research application of case lawAnalyze, manage, and review evidence to assess liability and determine case planDraft government claim forms and demand lettersCommunicate with adjusters; draft correspondence as needed

Requirements:Licensed attorney in CaliforniaComfortable meeting with clients/potential clients both on-site and off-siteComfortable with travelling and open to flexible hours as necessaryComfortable with meeting/discussing cases with expertsCreative and flexibleWork well with others and have strong communication skillsWork well under pressureCommunicate well in writing with attention to detail

What We Offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet InsuranceCompany-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage, Voluntary Life InsuranceVoluntary Hospital PlansShort-term and Long-term DisabilityEmployee Assistance and Travel Assistance ProgramsUnlimited Time Off (FTO) for Attorneys and Exec positionsHealth FSA and Dependent Care FSAAccident InsurancePet InsuranceCommuter Transportation IncentiveCell Phone and Internet StipendFlexible HoursFully-paid parking401(k) with Company MatchLeadership Development Programs1x1 Leadership CoachingRemote positions

About J&M:

Jacoby & Meyers was founded in 1972 with the intention of making the legal system more accessible to the average person. Now, more than 50 years later, we continue to help people get the justice and compensation they deserve. Specializing in all types of accident claims, including automobile, motorcycle, bicycle, Uber/Lyft, or trucking accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, construction accidents and other wrongful conduct, the attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have recovered over a billion dollars for their clients' personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by the negligence of a third party.

REQUIRED:

Resume, References

Jacoby & Meyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Investigative Attorney at Jacoby and Meyers summary:The Investigative Attorney at Jacoby & Meyers is responsible for evaluating liability and conducting investigations in personal injury cases. This role involves building client relationships, collecting evidence, and coordinating with experts to support legal claims. The attorney should be licensed in California and is expected to have flexibility in hours and travel for field investigations.

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