Associate Attorney - Las Vegas, NV

Join Our Team at Hooks Meng & Clement (HMC) as an Associate Attorney!

Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level? Hooks Meng & Clement (HMC) is seeking a dedicated Associate Attorney to join our rapidly growing Las Vegas office. Specializing in Workers’ Compensation Insurance Defense, OSHA Employer Representation, Subrogation, Subsequent Injury, and Industrial Insurance Litigation, we represent a diverse range of clients, including employers, insurers, and third-party administrators.

What We Offer:

• Mentorship and Collaboration: Work alongside experienced partners who are eager to mentor and collaborate with new associates
• Dynamic Environment: Be part of a dynamic, challenging, and evolving law firm
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Responsibilities

• Ability to represent clients in court or before government agencies both in person and remotely
• Experience in drafting legal documents and correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and courts as well as knowledge and experience in legal research
• Ability to meet or exceed the monthly billing requirement
• Be careful and deliberate in planning and strategizing for clients as well as attention to detail on all cases
• Daily use of electronic case management system to ensure all files have the most up-to-date, organized and accurate information
• Drive to cultivate and develop strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, not just being their representation
• Understanding and knowledge of the statutes and regulations within the state of Nevada
• Must be organized, a multi-tasker, deadline-oriented, a team player, and able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• State Bar of Nevada member in good standing and in compliance with all legal standards, ethics, Nevada Statutes, and regulation
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and cross-functional problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail is a must
• Adaptability, flexibility, and dependability are key
• Must be able to work on own, but also be able to collaborate as part of a team
• Impeccable time management skills with the ability to manage many and multiple competing strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal communication skills are critical as well as exceptional and persuasive writing skills
• Strive to exemplify the highest levels of respect and performance daily for each client and their case
• Daily usage of an electronic case management system to make sure files are organized and worked on effectively and efficiently
• Highly motivated and have an interest in Employment-related and administrative law

Compensation

• $100,000 annually
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• PTO

Why HMC

At HMC, we stand out as Nevada’s premier industrial relations law firm, renowned for our excellence and commitment to our field and our commitment to excellence, integrity, forward-thinking vision, and passion for the law. Our mission is to protect and empower our clients by expertly navigating the complex statutes and regulations of Industrial Relations Law. The firm aims to exceed conventional legal service expectations, ensuring fairness, equity, and justice for its clients.

Core Values:

• Excellence: Striving for superior results and high-quality legal service.
• Integrity: Upholding honesty and ethical clarity in all actions.
• Vision: Anticipating and navigating the evolving legal landscape.
• Passion: Driven by a genuine enthusiasm for law and advocacy.

Practice Areas:

• Workers’ Compensation Defense: Defending employers against claims.
• OSHA Compliance and Enforcement: Providing counsel on occupational safety and health matters.
• Subrogation: Recovering costs in workers’ compensation cases.
• Benefit Penalties: Advising on disputes related to workers’ compensation benefits.
• Subsequent Injury: Managing claims involving pre-existing conditions or additional injuries.

Leadership and Team:

• Dalton L. Hooks, Jr.: Founder and Senior Partner, expert in workers’ compensation and OSHA regulations.
• Shaun Meng: Managing Partner, known for innovative management and business insights.
• John Clement: Founding Partner, skilled in workers’ compensation and civil litigation.
• Dan Schwartz: Principal Partner, experienced in representing insurers and employers.
• John Lavery: Principal Partner, expert in workers’ compensation and employment litigation.

Commitment to Clients: HMC is dedicated to providing client-centric, strategic legal solutions with a focus on accessibility, communication, and long-term partnerships. The firm prides itself on excellence and integrity, ensuring personalized and effective service.

Inclusion and Excellence: HMC values diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that exceptional talent comes from diverse backgrounds. The firm is committed to fostering a workplace that values different perspectives and experiences.

Representative Clients: HMC serves a wide range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, public entities, and local businesses.