Attorney - Personal Injuries

About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Plaintiff-Side Personal Injury Associate to join a busy litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of relevant experience handling plaintiff matters and will be comfortable managing a diverse docket that includes motor vehicle/automotive liability as well as premises liability (slip & fall), product liability, workplace injuries, and catastrophic or wrongful-death claims.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a civil personal injury caseload from intake through resolution, with a strong emphasis on plaintiff advocacy.

• Conduct detailed case evaluations and develop strategic litigation plans tailored to each matter.

• Investigate incidents, obtain and analyze evidence, and interview witnesses.

• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and briefs in state and federal courts.

• Take and defend depositions; prepare clients and witnesses for testimony.

• Negotiate settlements with insurers and opposing counsel, seeking maximum recovery for clients.

• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations when necessary.

• Work with medical experts, accident reconstruction specialists, and other consultants to build cases.

• Maintain timely communication with clients, providing updates and counsel throughout the litigation process.

• Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and paralegals as needed.

• Participate in business development and community outreach efforts to grow the practice.

Practice Areas (Primary & Secondary)

• Primary focus: Motor vehicle / automotive liability (auto collisions, truck accidents). 

• Additional plaintiff-side experience preferred: Premises liability (slip & fall, trip/fall), product liability, workplace injuries, dog bites, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death claims.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.

• 3+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience; demonstrable courtroom and deposition experience strongly preferred.

• Proven skills in legal research, drafting persuasive motions and briefs, and motion practice.

• Comfort working with medical records and collaborating with medical experts.

• Track record of effective settlement negotiation and client counseling.

• Strong oral advocacy, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent time-management and organizational abilities; capable of handling multiple files and deadlines.

• High ethical standards, client-focused mindset, and a commitment to achieving client-centered results.

• Familiarity with case management software and e-discovery tools is a plus.

Preferred

• Experience with catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters.

• History of securing favorable settlements and/or verdicts.

• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently while collaborating with a team of litigators.

What We Offer

• A supportive environment on the plaintiff side that values strong client advocacy and professional development.

• Opportunity to handle meaningful, high-impact cases and to grow within the practice.

• Competitive compensation and benefits (details provided during the interview process).