Litigation Attorney

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Commissions/Bonuses

Job summary

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban, a well-established AV-rated personal injury firm in Virginia, seeks a skilled Litigation Attorney to join our close-knit team.

Starting salary is negotiable based on experience with opportunities to earn commissions and bonuses. You will mentor paralegals and support staff, work directly with the Managing Partner, and handle a full range of personal injury cases with strong trial advocacy and negotiation requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted and licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Active member in good standing with the Virginia State Bar.
• 3-5 years of prior litigation experience, specifically in personal injury matters.

Responsibilities

• Litigate personal injury matters with a focus on effective resolution and trial readiness.
• Mentor and supervise paralegals and support staff.
• Work closely with the Managing Partner on daily operations and strategic priorities.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Trial advocacy

Mentoring paralegals

Education

Virginia Bar admission

Tools

Neos

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

An AV-rated, well-established (almost 30 yrs) personal injury law firm is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney to join our close-knit team. Starting salary is negotiable based upon experience with the opportunity to earn commissions and/or bonuses.

We offer excellent benefits and the opportunity for a qualified candidate to work directly alongside the Managing Partner, serving as a trusted right-hand partner in supporting daily operations and strategic priorities.

This position includes providing mentorship and guidance to paralegals and support staff. Superior attention to detail and the ability to handle all types of personal injury cases are crucial to success in this position.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be admitted and licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Active member in good standing with the Virginia State Bar
• 3-5 years of prior litigation experience, specifically in personal injury matters
• Highly developed negotiation, communication, and trial advocacy skills
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law, including medical records, bills, and injury assessment
• In-depth understanding of Virginia automobile insurance coverages and claims processes
• Experience with case management software (Neos preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
• Proven ability to effectively mentor and supervise paralegals and support staff

Preferred Qualifications:

• Membership in the VTLA/VADA a plus
• A business background or education a plus