Personal Injury Attorney – Washington

Sears Injury Law; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Established legal support team

Collaborative work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Sears Injury Law, a leading personal injury firm in the Pacific Northwest, seeks an experienced Washington Personal Injury Attorney. You will manage cases from initial evaluation to resolution, focusing on motor vehicle accidents and related claims.

You will work with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients. Ideal candidates will have a JD from an accredited school, active Washington State Bar admission, and a track record of handling

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
• 5+ years of experience handling personal injury claims or comparable civil litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Washington personal injury and insurance law.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate liability, damages, and settlement opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, legal research, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a substantial caseload while maintaining attention to detail and client relationships.
• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluate and manage a caseload of personal injury claims, developing strategies to maximize client recoveries.
• Advocate for clients throughout the claims process, including liability investigations, evidence review, demand preparation, negotiations, and settlement.
• Negotiate favorable settlements and protect clients' interests with insurance companies and opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with the litigation team on filings, depositions, mediation, or trial preparation.
• Build trusting relationships with clients, explain options, and guide them through the legal process.
• Analyze medical records, liability evidence, insurance coverage, and damages to inform case value and strategy.
• Partner with paralegals, case managers, and fellow attorneys to progress cases efficiently.
• Maintain compliance with Washington law, ethical obligations, deadlines, and firm standards.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Legal research

Writing

Case management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Washington State Bar admission

Job description

Compensation: $180,000–$200,000 annually + Performance-Based Bonus

About Us

Sears Injury Law | Seattle Injury Law

Location: Washington State

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $180,000–$200,000 annually + Performance-Based Bonus

Sears Injury Law and Seattle Injury Law are among the Pacific Northwest's leading personal injury practices. With nine offices throughout Washington and Oregon, a team of experienced trial attorneys, and more than $500 million recovered for injured clients, we've built our reputation on exceptional results, outstanding client service, and strong relationships within the communities we serve.

Our success comes from the people behind it. We believe in giving talented attorneys the resources, support, and autonomy they need to do their best work while maintaining a collaborative, positive environment.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Washington Personal Injury Attorney who wants to make a meaningful impact, take ownership of their cases, and be part of a team committed to doing things the right way.

The Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity to manage personal injury matters from initial evaluation through resolution, working alongside an established team of attorneys and legal professionals.

Our practice focuses primarily on motor vehicle accidents and related personal injury claims. We're looking for someone who combines strong legal judgment and negotiation skills with genuine compassion for the people we represent.

The ideal candidate is confident managing cases independently, comfortable working in a high-volume environment, and motivated to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients.

What You’ll Do

• Case Management & Strategy: Independently evaluate and manage a caseload of personal injury claims, developing effective strategies to maximize client recoveries.
• Legal Representation: Advocate for clients throughout the claims process, including liability investigations, evidence review, demand preparation, negotiations, and settlement.
• Negotiation & Resolution: Communicate directly with insurance companies and opposing counsel to negotiate favorable settlements and protect our clients' interests.
• Litigation Collaboration: Work closely with our litigation team on cases requiring filing, discovery, depositions, mediation, or trial preparation.
• Client Communication: Build trusting relationships with clients, keep them informed, explain their options, and provide guidance throughout the legal process.
• Case Evaluation: Analyze medical records, liability evidence, insurance coverage, and damages to make informed decisions about case value and strategy.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with paralegals, case managers, and fellow attorneys to keep cases progressing efficiently and maintain exceptional standards of service.
• Professional Responsibility: Maintain compliance with Washington law, ethical obligations, deadlines, and firm standards.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
• 5+ years of experience handling personal injury claims or comparable civil litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of Washington personal injury and insurance law.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate liability, damages, and settlement opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, legal research, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a substantial caseload while maintaining attention to detail and client relationships.
• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant plaintiff-side personal injury experience, particularly motor vehicle accident claims.
• Experience with depositions, mediations, and litigation strategy.
• Established relationships within the Washington legal community.
• Active Oregon Bar admission.
• Experience working in a high-volume, team-oriented practice.

Who Thrives Here

We value attorneys who take pride in both their work and the way they treat others.

• Client-First Mindset: You genuinely care about your clients and recognize the responsibility that comes with representing them.
• Ownership & Accountability: You take responsibility for your cases, follow through on commitments, and consistently deliver.
• Team-Oriented: You believe great results come from collaboration, respect, and supporting the people around you.
• Driven to Succeed: You're motivated by results, embrace challenges, and take pride in achieving exceptional outcomes.
• Adaptable & Solutions-Focused: You approach problems with sound judgment, professionalism, and a willingness to improve.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $180,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Performance-Based Bonus: Additional compensation opportunity based on performance.
• Health insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays.
• Established legal support team and collaborative work environment.
• Access to experienced trial attorneys and firmwide resources.
• Professional growth opportunities within an established and growing regional practice.
• A supportive culture that recognizes the importance of life outside of work.

Join Our Team

At Sears Injury Law and Seattle Injury Law, we're proud of what we've built, but we're even more excited about where we're going.

If you're an experienced Washington attorney looking for the opportunity to do meaningful work, achieve exceptional results, and grow alongside a successful team, we'd love to hear from you.