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Nicolet Law is looking for an Associate Attorney to join our Personal Injury practice and work as an associate for Russell Nicolet. This position will work directly with firm president, Russell Nicolet, on cases.

This position will involve record review, legal research, legal writing, discovery, assisting with depositions, assisting with hearings, assisting with trial, and other work advocating for injured clients in the Midwest. This role requires strong legal writing skills and a passion for justice. The focus of this role is assisting with litigation with a strong focus on researching, writing, and preparing files.

Responsibilities:

• Assist firm president Russell Nicolet with a personal injury caseload including but not limited to auto accidents, trucking accidents, slip and fall, wrongful death, and other negligence-based claims
• Conduct initial client consultations and case evaluations
• Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Assist Russell in preparing to take and defend depositions, including expert and lay witnesses
• Assist in Russell in representing clients in mediation, arbitration, 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 Wisconsin or Minnesota
• 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 as a team in a fast-paced, growing office that focuses on client satisfaction, results, and an awesome work culture
• 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:

• 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 limited night or weekend work depending on litigation, but job duties will primarily be during regular business hours.
• In person, Hudson, WI office

Interested in a fun and rewarding career? Nicolet Law might have the perfect job for you!

Nicolet Law Office is a trusted name for Mid westerners that have been injured in an accident and are seeking legal services during a stressful time. Our team is unrivaled in experience, compassion, and tenacity in fighting for our clients. Our Mantra:
Be Kind, Do Good. We are a fast-growing law firm that specializes in Personal Injury. Dedicated and compassionate team members help clients get through difficult hardships with dignity and ease. By investing in our employees’ wellbeing and professional development, we’ve created a positive and fun environment that fosters satisfying careers and ultimately better serves our clients. We have offices throughout the Midwest.

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Legal
• Industries Law Practice

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