Litigation Manager (Attorney)
The Buckeye Law Group
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
About
The Buckeye Law Group is a top-tier personal injury law firm dedicated to advocating for individuals and families who have been wrongfully injured. With a strong reputation for integrity, compassion, and aggressive advocacy, we’ve successfully recovered millions for our clients. As our litigation caseload grows, we are seeking a seasoned Head of Litigation to lead our litigation team and drive strategic case outcomes.
*Position Overview*
The Head of Litigation will oversee all aspects of our personal injury litigation practice. This includes supervising attorneys, setting case strategies, managing high-value and complex cases, and ensuring excellent results for our clients through trial or settlement. You’ll be a key leader in the firm, helping shape legal tactics and mentoring litigation staff.
*Key Responsibilities*
* Lead and manage the litigation team, including attorneys, paralegals, and case managers.
* Develop litigation strategies for a wide range of personal injury matters, including auto accidents, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases.
* Oversee case progression from complaint through verdict or resolution, ensuring deadlines, filings, and trial preparation are handled efficiently.
* Appear in court and at depositions, mediations, and arbitrations as needed.
* Monitor case performance, trial readiness, and outcomes to continually refine strategy.
* Collaborate with management and pre-litigation teams to evaluate case viability and transition files to litigation.
* Manage relationships with expert witnesses, co-counsel, and opposing counsel.
* Ensure compliance with ethical standards and legal best practices.
* Contribute to firm strategy, growth initiatives, and legal process improvements.
*Experience: *
* Have a minimum of 7 years in personal injury litigation or relevant experience.
* 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 lead a team of attorneys and support staff.
*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/Roth IRA
* Free Parking provided by company.
*Pay Range:* $150,000-$250,000
In office position, no hybrid or remote options available.
_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: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Languages
- English
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