Lead Personal Injury Trial Lawyer - First Chair

Pay: $210,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take first-chair responsibility in civil jury trials and lead meaningful plaintiff personal injury cases.
• Manage cases through every stage of litigation with significant ownership over strategy, advocacy, and outcomes.
• Handle sophisticated, high-value personal injury matters where your litigation experience can make a direct difference.
• Work alongside a collaborative, experienced litigation team while maintaining substantial autonomy.
• Enjoy a strong benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k) with a 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, continuing education, and firm events.
• Join a purpose-driven environment where exceptional advocacy, client care, and professional growth are genuinely valued.

Location : Las Vegas, Nevada — Hybrid. Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment while remaining closely connected to the litigation team.

Note : Must have an active Bar license in California and/or Nevada, 6+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience, and the ability to independently manage personal injury litigation matters. First-chair civil jury trial experience is strongly preferred.

About Us

We are a highly regarded plaintiffs-focused personal injury firm committed to achieving exceptional results for clients facing serious injuries and life-changing circumstances. Our attorneys take meaningful ownership of their cases and combine strategic litigation, courtroom advocacy, and compassionate client service. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage plaintiff personal injury cases through all stages of litigation.
• Perform in-depth analysis of liability, damages, evidence, and case strategy.
• Draft, review, and file discovery, motions, oppositions, and other critical litigation documents.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, including oppositions to motions for summary judgment.
• Negotiate effectively with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and provide clear case updates.
• Serve as first chair in civil jury trials and lead courtroom strategy.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive briefs and litigation documents.
• Develop and execute litigation strategy independently while collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff.
• Manage multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities while maintaining excellent client service and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Active Bar license in California and/or Nevada and in good standing.
• 6+ years of directly relevant plaintiff personal injury litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of state laws, regulations, and civil litigation procedures.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing personal injury cases.
• First-chair civil jury trial experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proven ability to develop case strategy and advocate effectively for clients.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively while working with a high degree of independence.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

This is an opportunity for an experienced plaintiff personal injury litigator to take meaningful ownership of complex cases and make a measurable impact for clients. You will have the autonomy to use your judgment, the support of an experienced team, and opportunities to continue sharpening your courtroom and litigation skills. We also provide meaningful benefits and professional development support in a culture built around people, purpose, and results.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance