Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take ownership of meaningful personal injury cases from inception through settlement or litigation while directly helping injured clients move forward.
• Join a modern, technology-forward plaintiff-side practice that values strong legal judgment, efficient case management, and excellent client service.
• Build substantive litigation experience through case strategy, discovery, depositions, negotiations, hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys, case managers, and support professionals in a collaborative environment where your work has visible impact.
• Enjoy a balanced hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working remotely each week.
• Receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA and FSA options, paid time off, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.

Location

This is a full-time hybrid opportunity based in Washington, D.C. Our team works three days in the office and two days remotely each week. Wednesdays are a required in-office day, with the remaining in-office days determined by team and business needs.

Note

Candidates must have active Virginia and Maryland Bar licenses and at least 1+ year of directly relevant plaintiff-side litigation experience. Personal injury experience is strongly preferred, but we are also open to attorneys with comparable experience in workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, mass torts, plaintiff-side employment litigation, or a similar practice area. D.C. Bar admission or the ability to obtain admission promptly is also expected.

About Us

We are a growing, modern plaintiff-side law firm committed to helping injured individuals navigate challenging situations with clarity, responsiveness, and strong advocacy. Our team combines thoughtful legal strategy, technology, and a client-first approach to move cases efficiently toward the best possible outcome.

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Job Description

• Manage a diverse caseload of personal injury matters from inception through settlement or litigation.
• Develop case strategy by evaluating liability, damages, medical records, evidence, and potential recovery.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, providing clear updates, guidance, and responsive communication throughout their cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, settlement documents, case summaries, and other legal filings.
• Conduct and defend depositions and actively manage the discovery process.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Prepare matters for mediation, arbitration, hearings, and trial when appropriate.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, conferences, and other litigation-related appearances.
• Manage deadlines, case records, and competing priorities across a high-volume caseload.
• Collaborate with attorneys, case managers, and support staff to keep matters moving efficiently toward resolution.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Virginia and Maryland Bar licenses required.
• 1+ year of personal injury or comparable plaintiff-side litigation experience.
• D.C. Bar membership or willingness and ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, analytical, and client communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage a busy caseload and multiple deadlines.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, and litigation procedures.
• Deposition and trial experience preferred.
• Spanish fluency is a plus.
• Comfortable working with technology and legal case management systems.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Make a direct difference for individuals navigating serious injuries and challenging circumstances.
• Gain meaningful responsibility instead of being limited to narrow assignments.
• Develop your litigation skills across every stage of a case.
• Work with a collaborative team that values organization, sound judgment, responsiveness, and excellent client service.
• Benefit from a hybrid schedule that combines in-person collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Join a growing practice where technology, efficiency, and continuous improvement are embraced.

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Benefits:

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