Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Our client is seeking a motivated Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join a growing legal team. This opportunity is open to both experienced attorneys and newly admitted Virginia attorneys who are interested in developing their personal injury litigation and pre-litigation negotiation skills.

The attorney will manage personal injury cases, negotiate settlements with insurance carriers, advise clients, and gradually take on litigation responsibilities with support and mentorship from senior attorneys.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate personal injury claims and review demand packages.
• Negotiate settlements directly with insurance adjusters.
• Manage a pre-litigation caseload of approximately 40-50 files.
• Advise clients throughout the claims and settlement process.
• Prepare and argue motions and handle depositions and hearings.
• Handle General District Court matters and develop litigation experience.
• Maintain accurate case notes, deadlines, and documentation.
• Collaborate with paralegals, case managers, and other legal support staff.
• Participate in case reviews and litigation strategy discussions.

Qualifications

• Active Virginia Bar admission required, or successful July 2026 Virginia Bar passage with admission expected October 30, 2026.
• Demonstrated interest in advocacy through trial advocacy, moot court, legal clinics, clerkships, or courtroom experience.
• Strong legal writing, research, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to review medical records and evaluate case-related documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining a client-focused approach.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $90,000-$100,000.
• Quarterly performance-based commissions with no ceiling.
• Additional quarterly volume bonuses.
• 15% origination commission on cases generated.
• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% employer match after one year.
• Three weeks of PTO plus firm holidays.
• Virginia Bar dues and CLE expenses covered.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Mentorship and hands-on training from senior attorneys.
• Hybrid flexibility as the caseload develops.

Career Development

The attorney will receive structured training during the initial months, gradually transition into managing an independent pre-litigation docket, and develop litigation experience through depositions, motions, hearings, and court appearances with senior attorney mentorship.