Sr Attorney | Personal Injury | High Stakes Cases

Senior Attorney, Personal Injury High-Stakes LitigationPosition OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Attorney with proven expertise in Personal Injury to lead complex, high-value litigation and trial work. The Senior Attorney will manage a docket of catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, develop and execute litigation strategies, supervise junior attorneys and support staff, and drive exceptional client outcomes through trial and alternative dispute resolution. This role requires courtroom experience, strong advocacy skills, and the ability to manage high-pressure matters from intake through verdict or settlement.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all phases of high-stakes personal injury litigation, including case intake, investigation, discovery, motions, trial preparation, and appeals.Develop and implement litigation strategies and case budgets for catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters.Manage a caseload of complex matters involving high potential exposure and damages, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and client expectations are met.Conduct depositions, argue dispositive and evidentiary motions, handle jury selection, and try cases to verdict when necessary.Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation and other ADR processes to achieve optimal client outcomes.Supervise, mentor, and train junior attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff; delegate tasks and review pleadings, briefs, and discovery responses.Coordinate with experts (medical, accident reconstruction, economic, vocational) and manage expert retention and preparation.Maintain clear, timely communication with clients, providing strategic advice and managing expectations throughout litigation.Use case management and e-discovery tools to organize evidence, track deadlines, and prepare trial exhibits.Collaborate with claims teams, insurers, and co-counsel while protecting client interests and confidentiality.QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the hiring state (or ability to waive in).6+ years of civil litigation experience with significant focus on Personal Injury and high-value cases; substantial trial experience required.Proven track record handling catastrophic injury, complex liability, and wrongful death cases to verdict or high-value settlement.Deep knowledge of tort law, rules of civil procedure, evidence, and trial advocacy.Exceptional oral advocacy and written communication skills, including courtroom presence and persuasive motion and brief drafting.Demonstrated experience managing teams, mentoring junior attorneys, and supervising casework.Strong negotiation skills and experience with mediation and other ADR forums.Familiarity with case management software, e-discovery platforms, and trial presentation tools.Willingness to travel for depositions, hearings, and trials as required.Clean disciplinary record and strong ethical standards.Nice to have: direct experience handling car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, work-related accidents, premises liability, product liability, and wrongful death cases.