Pre-Litigation Attorney (Personal Injury)

Job Description

Job Description

Pre-Litigation Attorney

Location: Charles Town, WV | Martinsburg, WV | Winchester, VA

Since 1969, our firm has built a trusted reputation for excellence, compassion, and results across Virginia and West Virginia. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Pre-Litigation Attorney, licensed in Virginia and/or West Virginia, to join our team and advocate for injury victims throughout the region.

This is an opportunity to handle meaningful personal injury cases from intake through pre-suit resolution while working alongside an established team dedicated to delivering exceptional client outcomes.

As a Pre-Litigation Attorney, you will take primary responsibility for managing personal injury cases from intake through demand and pre-suit settlement negotiations in Virginia and/or West Virginia, depending on your licensure. You will build strong case foundations, advocate for clients at every stage of the pre-suit process, and collaborate with a team committed to achieving results. You will work closely with the litigation team to ensure a seamless transition for any case that requires filing suit.

Case Evaluation and Pre-Suit Strategy

• Serve as primary attorney for personal injury cases during the pre-litigation phase, managing files from intake through demand, negotiation, and pre-suit resolution.
• Evaluate liability, damages, and case value under Virginia and/or West Virginia law to develop sound pre-suit strategies.
• Prepare and issue demand packages and supporting documentation to insurance carriers.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel to maximize client recovery without the need for litigation.
• Identify cases that warrant referral to the litigation team and ensure a smooth, well-documented handoff.

Case Management and Client Advocacy

• Manage a caseload of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and other negligence claims.
• Provide proactive, compassionate communication to clients while guiding them through the pre-litigation process.
• Collaborate with investigators, medical providers, and other professionals to build well-documented, compelling claims.
• Ensure all matters are handled efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with firm standards.
• Work closely with paralegals and legal assistants to maintain case momentum and exceptional client service.

Team Collaboration

• Partner with attorneys and leadership across the firm to align pre-suit strategy with overall case objectives.
• Coordinate with the litigation team to ensure continuity for cases proceeding to suit in Virginia and/or West Virginia courts.
• Mentor junior legal staff as appropriate and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Participate in professional networking and community events that support the firm's reputation and relationships.

Our values guide everything we do: Client Always | Caring and Integrity | Collaboration | Continuous Improvement

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Virginia and/or West Virginia required.
• Minimum of 2 years of personal injury experience, with a focus on case evaluation, demands, and settlement negotiation.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law and insurance claims practices in Virginia and/or West Virginia.
• Excellent negotiation, case evaluation, and case management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Licensed in both Virginia and West Virginia (and/or Maryland).
• Experience handling cases in multiple jurisdictions.
• Established relationships within the Virginia and/or West Virginia legal and insurance community.

• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact for injury victims during a critical stage of their case.
• Ongoing professional development and CLE support.
• Collaborative team culture rooted in trust, integrity, and long-term success.
• The opportunity to build a long-term career with a firm that has proudly served injury victims for more than 50 years.