Personal Injury Attorney at The Ward Law Group, PL

Newark, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

180000.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Injury Law, Case Management, Legal Drafting, Negotiation, Client Interviews, Process Development, SOP Creation, Leadership, Mentoring, Communication, Litigation, Discovery, Trial Preparation, Operational Excellence, Team Collaboration, Integrity

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Company Description The Ward Law Group, recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for the past two years, is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing personal injury law firms serving the Hispanic community. Guided by our core values of faith, service, accountability, leadership, and loyalty, we have built a culture where results, integrity, and compassion are inseparable. As we expand into New Jersey, we are seeking a seasoned personal injury attorney to help establish the foundation of our operations—designing the systems, forms, and processes that will ensure consistency and excellence across every case we handle. Job Description We are hiring an experienced New Jersey Personal Injury Attorney to help us launch and lead our New Jersey office. This position is ideal for a highly organized attorney who thrives on structure, systems, and precision. You will manage select personal injury cases while taking the lead in building and documenting the firm’s SOPs, workflows, and operational playbooks for the state. Initially remote, this role will transition to in-office leadership as our physical office opens in Northern New Jersey (Edison/Newark area). III. Key Responsibilities Process and System Development (Primary Focus) Build comprehensive SOPs for all New Jersey PI operations (intake through resolution). Develop standardized templates, pleadings, forms, and case workflows. Establish quality benchmarks and communication protocols for attorneys, case managers, and paralegals. Work closely with firm leadership to ensure all systems align with firm-wide best practices. Case Handling and Legal Execution Manage a reduced caseload of personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial. Conduct client interviews, case evaluations, and discovery. Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal filings. Negotiate with insurance carriers and defense counsel to achieve optimal results. Represent clients in mediations, depositions, and court proceedings when necessary. Leadership and Collaboration Train, mentor, and guide local staff as the office grows. Serve as the primary liaison between the New Jersey office and firm leadership. Model excellence, accountability, and alignment with firm culture and values. Compensation and Details Salary: $125,000 – $180,000 (commensurate with experience and process-development capability). Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM EST. Location: Edison/Newark, NJ area (remote initially; in-office once established). Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and professional development support. Qualifications Active New Jersey Bar license (required). Minimum 5+ years of personal injury experience, with strong command of both pre-litigation and litigation processes. Demonstrated success in creating or implementing law firm processes or SOPs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in drafting workflows and policy documentation. High level of professionalism, integrity, and client-centered judgment. Proven ability to lead with structure and inspire operational discipline. Additional Information This is a unique opportunity to build something from the ground up—to shape the systems and standards that will define The Ward Law Group’s New Jersey operations for years to come. You will have direct access to firm leadership, a platform for innovation, and the satisfaction of transforming experience into legacy. Join The Ward Law Group and help us make a difference in the lives of our clients—one case at a time. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

The attorney will manage personal injury cases while developing and documenting the firm's standard operating procedures and workflows for New Jersey operations. This role also involves training local staff and ensuring alignment with the firm's best practices.