Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Trial Attorney (Plaintiff Personal Injury) 1st Chair

$150k - $200k

Orion Placement

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Step into a true trial-forward plaintiff PI role where your courtroom experience is valued and utilized
  • Handle meaningful cases and make a real impact for injured clients and their families
  • Strong compensation with bonus potential and upside for highly experienced trial attorneys
  • Work with the resources and infrastructure of a large, growing platform
  • Join a team that moves cases with urgency, professionalism, and client-first service

Location: Full-time openings available in Atlanta, GA; Miami, FL; Boca Raton, FL; Tampa, FL; and Chicago, IL . You'll be based in the local office for the market you support.

Note: Candidates must be actively barred and in good standing in the state for the office location they are pursuing (Georgia, Florida, or Illinois) and must have 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience plus at least 5 PI trials as first chair .

About Us

We're a nationally established plaintiff-focused firm known for advocating for clients in complex personal injury and property damage matters. Our attorneys combine sharp litigation instincts with compassion and responsiveness, and we're proud of a culture built around urgency, professionalism, and results. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Lead plaintiff PI files from pre-suit through trial with full ownership of strategy and execution
  • Meet with clients, build trust quickly, and guide them through litigation with empathy and clarity
  • Evaluate claims, damages, and liability to develop winning case themes and settlement posture
  • Drive discovery, motion practice, depositions, and expert strategy to position cases for resolution or verdict
  • Negotiate with carriers and defense counsel, participate in mediation, and manage demands and offers
  • First-chair trials when appropriate, including jury selection, openings, witness examinations, and closings
  • Collaborate closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys to keep files moving efficiently

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience (targeting 5–10 years)
  • Minimum 5 PI trials as first chair
  • Active bar license in good standing in the state of the office you're applying to (GA, FL, or IL)
  • Strong case valuation, negotiation, and trial preparation skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proactive, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced office environment
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll be trusted to lead, supported by a team that knows how to move cases, and backed by a platform that provides resources and stability. If you want a role where your trial ability actually matters and your work changes outcomes for real people, this is it.

JPC-999

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Vacancy posted a month ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Trial Attorney (Plaintiff Personal Injury) 1st Chair in Chicago, IL vacancy
  •  ...experienced and driven Litigation Attorney to take full ownership of personal injury cases from inception through...  ...case updates. Serve as First Chair in civil jury trials. Qualifications Licensed...  ...the relevant state. 3+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience... 
    Personal

    JHM Partners

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  •  ...Job Overview A law firm seeks a Personal Injury Trial Attorney in Chicago, Illinois to join its expanding practice. The attorney will primarily...  ...motor vehicle accident cases in litigation, representing plaintiffs. This role offers a unique opportunity to handle a high-value... 
    Personal

    BCG Attorney Search

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...Chicago, United States | Posted on 07/28/2026 Now Hiring: Plaintiff's Personal Injury Attorney – Chicago, Illinois (In Office) Are you a motivated...  ...-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Trial experience is a plus. Experience handling... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Work at office
    Immediate start

    thefirmconsult

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  •  ...is assisting a dynamic and rapidly growing personal injury and property damage law firm in Chicago to find a seasoned Trial Attorney. You will meet with clients, discuss cases...  ...litigation experience, 5+ jury trials as first chair, and is admitted to the Illinois Bar. #J-... 
    Personal

    Jobleads-US

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  • $130k - $200k

    Personal Injury attorney for a very well established PI firm Salary: $130,000 - $200,000 per year About us We are a well established plaintiff's firm that's very actively growing. Our practice areas include...  ...is focused on litigation and trials. You will: Handle litigation... 
    Personal
    Work at office
    Local area

    Jobot

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  • $100k - $150k

     ...Job Description Job Description Senior Trial Attorney – Personal Injury Chicago, IL | Full-Time | $100,000 – $150,000/year Why Consider...  ...Strong courtroom presence and trial advocacy skills. Plaintiff-side personal injury experience preferred. Experience... 
    Personal
    Full time

    Talent Search PRO

    Chicago, IL
    a month ago
  • Established (10+ Years) Premier Firm Seeking Litigation Attorney for Plaintiff Personal Injury in Los Angeles, CA & Chicago & Las VegasAn established firm with over 10 years in practice is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 2-3+ years of experience to join their team onsite... 
    Personal

    CyberCoders

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  • Personal Injury Trial AttorneyPosition Overview We are seeking a driven and experienced Personal Injury Trial Attorney to join our litigation team. The attorney will manage a caseload of complex personal injury matters from intake through jury verdict, focusing on achieving... 
    Personal
    Work at office

    CyberCoders

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  • $180k - $220k

     ...Join a highly established Personal Injury Law Firm who is seeking adriven and experienced Trial Attorney to join at their firm in Chicago. Responsibilities include leading...  ...Ability to lead a trial team with recent 1st chair trial experience Successful track record in complex... 
    Personal
    Flexible hours

    SR Staffing

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...Job Juncture in Chicago seeks an ambitious Litigation Attorney to handle personal injury cases from filing through resolution. You will work alongside...  ...The ideal candidate has 3+ years in personal injury with trial focus, at least 3 civil jury trials, and strong research,... 
    Personal

    Job Juncture

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  • $150k

     ...PRE-LITIGATION ATTORNEY | Chicago, IL | Full-Time | In-Office PAY: $150K + DOE At TORKLAW, our people make the difference. We’re an award-winning plaintiff personal injury law firm built around growth, accountability, compassion, and a relentless commitment... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Work at office

    TorkLaw

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...Description Job Description Join a fast-growing national personal injury law firm where your work directly impacts clients and...  .... This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced plaintiff-side attorney to take ownership of a meaningful caseload, work alongside... 
    Personal
    Work at office

    Success Matcher Recruitment

    Chicago, IL
    22 days ago
  • Job Overview A law firm seeks an experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will take ownership of personal injury cases from intake through settlement, developing strategies and driving cases forward. This role requires strong... 
    Personal

    BCG Attorney Search

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  • $100k - $160k

     ...On-site work policy: 5 days in-office in Chicago, IL About this role We are looking for a Pre-Litigation Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney with 5+ years of experience to take ownership of personal injury cases from intake through settlement at a fast-growing... 
    Personal
    Work at office

    Talent Search PRO

    Chicago, IL
    6 days ago
  •  ...Litigation Attorney – Personal Injury ( Litigation / PreLit ) We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join a growing plaintiff-side personal injury firm. This role is ideal for an...  ...attending hearings, preparing for trial, and negotiating settlements.... 
    Personal

    LumenCeler Group

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  • $115k - $185k

     ...bilingual (English/Spanish) Litigation Associate Attorney on behalf of a well-established and growing plaintiff-side personal injury law firm in Chicago, Illinois . Position...  ...process. Handle discovery, depositions, and trial preparation. Advocate on behalf of clients through... 
    Personal

    Scion Staffing

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  •  ...description: A dynamic and rapidly growing personal injury and property damage law firm, seeks a highly motivated and passionate Trial Attorney to join their teamPOSITION SUMMARY:In...  ...experience5 or more jury trials as first chair preferredMember of the Illinois Bar and... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Work at office

    Affinity Executive Search

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  • $100k - $150k

     ...Practice area focus: Plaintiff Personal Injury Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000 ballpark depending on experience Generous PTO policy 401K w/ employer...  ...who is looking to gain comprehensive litigation and trial experience with a nationally recognized personal injury firm... 
    Personal

    SR Staffing

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney We are seeking a motivated and experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney with 2–7 years of experience to join our growing team in Chicago. This is a high-impact, trial-focused position offering significant hands-on experience... 
    Personal

    G-PAC

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  • $150k

     ...LITIGATION ATTORNEY | PLAINTIFF PERSONAL INJURY PAY: $150K + DOE TORKLAW is more than an award-winning personal injury law firm - we are advocates,...  ...years of personal injury experience with a strong focus on trial work Minimum of 3 civil jury trials to verdict Strong... 
    Personal

    TorkLaw

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  •  ...Attorney Position Founded in 2003, Kanner & Pintaluga is a NLJ5...  ...billion for property damage and personal injury clients nationwide. With...  ...able to prepare the case for trial and try the case if needed....  ...or more jury trials as first chair preferred ~ Member of the Illinois... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Work at office

    Kanner & Pintaluga, P.A

    Chicago, IL
    3 days ago
  • $135k - $185k

     ...Top-tier Personal Injury and Consumer Protection Law Firm Seeks Talented...  ...Personal Injury Litigation Attorney Salary: $135,000 - $185,000...  ...firm focused on representing plaintiffs in serious injury and catastrophic...  ...with a strong focus on trial work Minimum of 3 civil jury... 
    Personal
    Local area

    Jobot

    Chicago, IL
    10 hours ago
  • $100k - $150k

     ...environment Variety in casework (plaintiff or defense PI backgrounds welcomed...  ...results for clients in personal injury and related matters. Our attorneys are trusted advisors who combine...  ...settlement negotiations Prepare cases for trial as needed (no trial experience required... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Work at office
    Local area

    Orionplacement

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  •  ...description: A dynamic and rapidly growing personal injury and property damage law firm, seeks a highly motivated and passionate Trial Attorney to join their team POSITION SUMMARY:...  ...~5 or more jury trials as first chair preferred ~ Member of the Illinois Bar... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Work at office

    Affinity Executive Search

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago
  •  ...corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client...  ...can truly call themselves trial attorneys. Last year, we...  ...& Morgan is looking for a Personal Injury Trial Attorney in Chicago,...  ...in litigation representing plaintiffs. The lawyer's responsibilities... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Local area

    Morgan & Morgan

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  • $150k - $190k

     ...Consultant - Professional Services Staffing for CPA and Law Firms Personal Injury Trial Attorney - Chicago, IL (Onsite) I am partnering with a nationally...  ...(no premiums) Time Off: Generous PTO Requirements First-chair trials in personal injury litigation Demonstrated success... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Brewer Morris

    Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client...  ...can truly call themselves trial attorneys. Last year, we...  ...& Morgan is looking for a Personal Injury Trial Attorney in Chicago,...  ...in litigation representing plaintiffs. The lawyer's responsibilities... 
    Personal
    Full time
    Contract work
    For contractors
    For subcontractor
    Work at office
    Local area

    Morgan & Morgan

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  • $120k - $150k

     ...partnered with a highly respected plaintiff's law firm in downtown...  ...on a direct-hire Associate Attorney position. This position will...  ...manage a caseload of plaintiff personal injury and workers' compensation...  ...settlement, mediation, and trial. The ideal candidate will have... 
    Personal
    Permanent employment
    Temporary work
    Immediate start

    Robert Half

    Chicago, IL
    2 days ago
  •  ...Overview A law firm seeks an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join their Chicago, Illinois office...  ...for an attorney with 5 to 7 years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience who...  ...from inception through settlement or trial. Evaluate claims, assess liability and... 
    Personal
    Work at office

    BCG Attorney Search

    Chicago, IL
    18 hours ago
  • $115k - $185k

     ...clients facing serious injuries and life-changing...  ...losses. Handle substantial personal injury litigation...  ...resolution while building your trial career. Work alongside...  ...environment where attorneys work closely with...  ...nationally recognized plaintiffs-only personal injury law... 
    Personal
    Work at office

    Orion Placement

    Chicago, IL
    4 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Trial Attorney (Plaintiff Personal Injury) 1st Chair. Be the first to apply!