Employment

Woods and Woods is a growing veterans disability law firm in Evansville, Indiana. A second generation family-owned firm, we have been serving people with injuries and disabilities since 1985.

From our roots as a community practice, we have grown to more than 100 staff members working with military veterans nationwide to win the compensation they deserve… and we have fun doing it. We think you’re gonna like it here!

Open positions

To be considered for employment, applicants for open positions at Woods and Woods will go through our standard hiring process.

Veterans Benefits Case Manager

We’re looking for a seasoned professional to provide an effective point of contact to help those seeking representation for veterans’ benefits. Read the full case manager job description, and apply today. Apply now…

Content Marketing Coordinator

We are seeking a persuasive content marketer to create compelling content for the firm’s website, using SEO and marketing best practices to generate leads for the firm’s network of referral partners. Apply now…

Standing Posting

As a growing firm, we’re always looking for new talent to help us better serve our veterans. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For best consideration, please include an email address, phone number, and resume with your application.

On company values: A word from the boss

Hi, I’m Neil Woods. Someone once told me they “don’t want to work at a stuffy old law firm.” Everyone has heard at least one horror story about working for lawyers. They’re moody, rude, greedy, yell at their staff, and worse.

Not at my law firm. When you walk through my law firm you’ll see the staff smiling. I genuinely think we have made work about as much fun as you can (while still getting lots accomplished!). We all spend way too much time at work to hate our jobs.

You probably imagine a law firm of lawyers in suits. Nope. I have never worn a suit to work and you won’t have to either. Woods and Woods has a very laid-back atmosphere. We wear jeans and T-shirts. More people at my office wear a Snuggie at their desk than a suit. I’m not necessarily proud of the Snuggie wearing, but it’s true.

Our entire staff is dedicated to serving disabled veterans who are fighting the VA for benefits. This isn’t a job where you just push papers around–you get to change people’s lives. Fighting for those that served our country means you can have a meaningful career.

I understand why you come to work every day: to support your family. Woods and Woods is extremely family-friendly. As you’ll see below in the perks section, I try to give my staff a lot of flexibility with their schedules and lots of vacation days. Some positions even have four-day work weeks – seriously! I encourage my staff to travel, schedule week-long vacations, and go experience life. We do not exist just to go to work.

My absolute favorite perk? An all-expense paid vacation to Hawaii every five years for every employee and one person of their choice. This perk isn’t reserved for top-level executives. This perk is given to everyone including my receptionists, cleaning staff, administrative assistants, you name it–everyone from the CEO to the janitor is important. Why a free trip to Hawaii, you ask? Because it’s something most people would never do for themselves if I just handed them another bonus check.

If you’re a happy and hardworking, person I fully encourage you to apply for a job at my law firm. I promise you will be treated with nothing but respect. There’s a reason why so many of my staff members have stuck around for ten, fifteen, and even twenty years. If your current boss is disrespectful, if your current job is unfulfilling, if you’re unhappy with your career, I can offer you something different.

Come join my team of more than 100 awesome people.

Neil Woods
President

Perks and benefits of working at Woods and Woods

Paid time off

• Paid vacation days: Go somewhere far away and get paid at the same time. New staff start with 10 vacation days, which will be prorated during the first year of employment. Staff with 5 years of service receive 15 vacation days, while staff at the 10-year mark receive 20 days.
• 10 paid personal days: Not feeling so hot? Need a mental-health day but still want to be paid? You got it.
• Paid parental leave: Up to 12 weeks of paid maternity leave and up to 4 weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth or adoption of a child or placement of a child in foster care. Available after first year of employment.
• Paid holidays:
  • Presidents’ Day
  • Good Friday
  • Independence Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving and Black Friday
  • Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
  • New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day

Office Hours

• 36.5 hour work week: Forty-hour work weeks are for the birds. Go spend a few extra hours with your family.
• Flexible schedules: Some staff like working early and leaving early, while other staff members like getting to work later and leaving later. Most positions at Woods and Woods offer flexible schedules.
• Flex Friday: Want to start your weekend early? We get it! We allow most positions to leave up to three hours early on Friday by working ahead throughout the week. Whether or not you choose to use this benefit, the office closes an hour early on Fridays. T.G.I.F!
• No weekends required: You will never be required to work on the weekends, so go do something new. Try kayaking instead. Maybe read a good book. Your weekend, your choice!
• After hours not required: This is not the type of law firm that asks employees to work after hours or burn the midnight oil. Your grass probably needs to be mowed anyway.
• Four-day work week: Some positions like Case Managers can start a four-day work week after 90 days of employment. Unfortunately, this is not offered for all positions.

Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Health insurance
  • High-deductible plan: $0.00 for employee only
  • Co-pay plan: $8.72 per paycheck for employee only
  • Spouse/Dependent: Option for enrollment with additional employee costs
  • Health Savings Account: Employees receive deposits into a private savings account. These funds are provided by Woods and Woods and can be used for health-related costs such as doctors visits and medicines. The HSA is designed to offset the costs of a high deductible plan.

• Dental Insurance
  • Employee only: $12.65 per paycheck for employee only
  • Spouse/dependent: Option for enrollment with additional employee costs

• Vision Insurance
  • Employee only: $3.85 or $3.98 per paycheck (depends on the plan you choose)
  • Spouse/Dependent: Option for enrollment with additional employee costs.

Pay increases and bonuses

• Pay for performance program: Woods and Woods offers up to a 4% salary increase every year based upon your performance until your salary cap is reached. Once your cap is reached you will receive a yearly bonus based upon your performance.
• Christmas bonus: Everyone gets a Christmas bonus, and we always hand them out before Black Friday.
• Extra bonus program: Our staff works hard and periodically we issue unannounced bonuses.

Retirement and life insurance

• 401(k) with American Funds: Woods and Woods will match up to 4% of your salary for your 401(k), with financial advising through Raymond James. I want you to retire from my law firm one day.
• Life insurance: We offer all employees a life insurance policy of $20,000, with supplemental life insurance available for purchase.

The Fun Committee

Yes, you read that right. The Fun Committee at Woods and Woods is responsible for, well, making fun. They run activities like field day at the office, Christmas parties, winery trips on coach buses, birthday parties, family day at an Otter’s baseball game, family night at Bob Walther’s Golf n’ Fun, office Bingo, and many other fun events. These activities help you get to know your co-workers and their families… and let off a little steam every once in a while!

The Old Jail in downtown Evansville

You’re probably wondering, how is the office building a perk? When you visit us you’ll understand. The Old Jail is a historic building in downtown Evansville and it’s a really unique place to work. Our staff members love walking to Main Street for lunch. If the weather is nice, you can stroll along the riverfront or bike down the Greenway. You can also easily head over the YMCA downtown during your lunch break.

Our hiring process

Step one: Telephone interview and pre-employment testing

The first step in our hiring process is a screening interview with our HR director to discuss your employment history and career goals. Our clients are nationwide, so it’s important to have good phone communication skills.

During this phase, you may be asked to complete some basic online testing to make sure you’re a fit for the job. We consider your proficiency with typing, written communication, and logical reasoning, as well as your personality profile.

Step two: On-site interview and paid job preview

After phase one, we will schedule an interview in person with our HR team and the hiring manager to further discuss your qualifications and fit for the job. We’ll discuss what you can expect from the job and give you the opportunity to ask questions about working at the firm.

You’ll also get an opportunity to shadow someone currently working in the position you have applied for. We know your time is valuable, so you will be paid for completing the job preview.

Step three: Past employment verification

We will reach out to your former employers and check your employment dates. It would be helpful if you included their phone numbers on your resume.

Step four: Job offer

If you reach this step, congratulations! You have a new career that you’re going to love. I promise that my family and staff will treat you well.