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Managing Attorney - Personal Injury Raleigh, NC

Managing Attorney - Personal Injury

Full-Time • Raleigh, NC

Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do at Whitley Law Firm. That starts with how we treat each other. When you join Whitley Law Firm, you join a team that lifts each other up. Our lawyers and staff enjoy working together because we all share the same goal: Providing whole-hearted care for our clients while supporting our peers and our community. Just as we take care of our clients, we care for our employees with all our heart.

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Whitley Law Firm is looking for an experienced Managing Attorney with at least 10 years of dedicated experience supporting plaintiff-side personal injury cases and leading a team. Employees at Whitley Law Firm share a mission of obtaining the best results for our deserving clients.

The Managing Attorney plays an essential role in leading, mentoring, and developing a team of personal injury attorneys while working closely with firm leadership to ensure operational excellence. This role is an executive leadership position, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on legal guidance. This role is part of a team of attorneys at the firm with hands-on management of personal injury cases including but not limited to medical malpractice, auto accidents, and premise liability for legal proceedings. This role will lead and provide oversight for a staff attorneys and legal staff.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: 
Manage and lead a team of attorneys in personal injury law including but not limited to the scope of: Mass Torts, Litigation, Workers’ Compensation, and Pre-Litigation cases. Ensuring legal accuracy, compliance, efficiency, and excellent client service across departments.

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Leadership & Strategy: Lead the team of attorneys. Collaborate on strategic initiatives to enhance firm performance and profitability.
  • People & Talent Management: recruit, mentor, evaluate, and retain a collaborative, high-performing legal team fostering a culture of professional growth and development.
  • Legal Oversight: Manage complex personal injury cases, while providing strategic guidance on case management, legal strategy, and best practices to ensure successful outcomes for clients.
  • Firm Collaboration: Work closely with Owners, Shareholders, and Business Managers to align legal operations with overall firm goals.
  • Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies and implement best practices to enhance workflow, productivity, and case outcomes.
  • Financial Management: understand the firm's financial well-being, including budgeting, managing expenses, setting performance bonuses, and client billing. 
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to ethical, legal, and professional standards while mitigating potential risks.
  • Client Advocacy & Community Relations: Uphold the firm’s mission of delivering exceptional legal representation and client experience. Including, representing the firm externally in a professional manner, ensuring the firm's brand and reputation are upheld while cultivating relationships with clients and community partners
Required Skills/Abilities:  
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently 
  • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills 
  • Must be able to exercise extensive independent judgment to make decisions in carrying out assignments that have substantial impact on the department 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, negotiations, and customer service skills. Bilingual preferred.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines 
  • Commitment to providing high quality legal representation and client service 
  • Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and cross-departmentally to reach firm goals 
  • Must be able to efficiently and effectively utilize a CMS (Client Management System) 
  • Proven utilization of technology, including computers, databases, portals, and software, needed to successfully perform the job. 
  • Exhibits a professional and courteous demeanor to team members and the public with demonstrated compassion and empathy for clients, with the ability to de-escalate when needed .
  • Ability to provide negotiation strategies, conduct negotiations, and teach others on negotiations.
  • Strong understanding of law firm operations, business strategy, and efficiency improvements.
  • High level of professionalism and ethical behavior. 
Education and Experience Requirements: 
  • Juris Doctor(JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active membership in the State Bar of North Carolina with good standing. 
  • Must have at least 15 years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a minimum of 10 years in plaintiff-side litigation experience, e.g. Personal Injury, Employment, Consumer Protection, etc.
  • Must possess at least 5 years of experience leading and mentoring a team within a legal setting.
  • Proven track record of representing clients in court. 
Benefits:
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan eligibility + Employer Contribution after 6 months
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance + Employer contribution
  • Medical and Dependent Care Savings Accounts: HSA, FSA, DCA 
  • Company paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Paid time off (PTO) + 11 Company Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Parental leave
Whitley Law Firm offers a competitive base salary of $170,000+ Bonus opportunity based on experience.
Compensation: $170,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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Perks & Benefits

We offer a full slate of traditional benefits and we know that time for self-care and time with friends and family is important, so we offer flexibility to ensure our employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance. 
Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
Available for enrollment within 30 days of hire
Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays, Birthday, Volunteer Days, & Vacation Time
401(k) eligible
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (STD)
Group Life Insurance and STD + additional voluntary coverage
Additional Coverages
Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness Coverage
Paid Parental Leave
After 1+ years with the organization
Wellness perks
Medical plan and voluntary activity perks