Pre-Litigation Attorney

About The Buckeye Law Group  

The Buckeye Law Group, a dynamic and rapidly expanding personal injury firm, is actively seeking motivated and passionate attorneys to join our esteemed team. We have openings across all our Ohio offices, including Cleveland, Columbus, Akron, and Cincinnati. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring our clients receive exceptional care and achieve outstanding results.

As an attorney, you will engage directly with clients to discuss their cases, demonstrating compassionate empathy that fosters trust, confidence, and respect. You will also provide regular updates to clients and liaise with insurance companies regarding the status of claims, demands, and offers. Additionally, you should be prepared to take cases to trial if necessary. Each attorney will have the opportunity to lead their own dedicated team of case managers and paralegals, further enhancing the collaborative environment of our firm.

Join us at the Buckeye Law Group, where your passion for justice will thrive in a supportive and growth-oriented setting.

Overview of Responsibilities:

As an attorney specializing in personal injury matters, you will manage a diverse caseload while leading a dedicated team of paralegals and case managers to ensure timely processing and strict adherence to all legal deadlines. You will represent clients during negotiations, striving to secure the best possible outcomes for their personal injury claims.

Chief Responsibilities: 

• Medical case review. 
• Negotiating and settling cases in the pre-litigation stage or litigation stages. 
• Review policies, claims and other records. 
• Prepare, write, and argue legal documents, including but not limited to memos, theory of liability and demands. 
• Communicate with insurance companies and make sure client medical treatment is managed and billed accordingly. 
• Communicate with clients to provide case status update. 
• Conduct intake meetings with new clients. 
• Manage docket of cases according to office policy. 
• Conduct and attend IME's, EUO's and recorded statements. 
• Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism. 
• Additional duties as assigned by management. 

Experience/Requirements: 

• Have experience in personal injury or litigation law of a minimum of 2 years. 
• Strong negotiation, communication and writing skills. 
• Intermediate to advanced-level computer and general office skills; strong interpersonal skills 
• Ability to effectively communicate through both verbal and written electronic correspondence. 
• Demonstrate an ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations. 
• Analytical skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to work independently. 

Licensure: 

• Must be currently licensed in the state of Ohio and in good standing. 

 Firm Benefits: 

• Base salary plus quarterly bonus
• Paid time off and paid personal time 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. 
• Company paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance. 
• Supplemental insurance (Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life, Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident). 
• 401k 
• Parking paid by company 

 The Buckeye Law Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Buckeye Law Group retains the right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time — in its sole discretion. Employment is at will. 

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Personal injury law: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Ohio Bar License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cincinnati, OH 45202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person