Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RIM Recruitment Professionals is assisting a fast-growing Northern Virginia litigation firm in hiring a Personal Injury Litigation Attorney for an in-office, full-time role. The attorney will manage a high-volume caseload from intake to resolution, conduct client consultations, gather records, draft pleadings, take depositions, and negotiate settlements.

The ideal candidate has Virginia bar admission, 3+ years of plaintiff PI experience with at least 2 first-chair trials, and strong legal

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Virginia (required).
• Minimum 3+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience including litigation.
• Minimum 2 first-chair jury or bench trials taken to verdict.
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload.
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of personal injury matters from intake to resolution.
• Conduct client consultations and assess case merit.
• Investigate claims, gather medical records, and develop case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, demand letters, and other legal documentation.
• Take and defend depositions; represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel or insurance adjusters.
• Coordinate with medical providers and expert witnesses.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure timely case progression.
• Maintain accurate documentation using case management software.
• Provide consistent, proactive client communication throughout the litigation process.
• Drive cases from treatment through demand, settlement, or trial verdict.
• Appear in court for hearings, motions, and pre-trial proceedings.

Skills

Legal writing

Negotiation

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Virginia Bar Admission

Tools

Clio

Filevine

Job description

JOB-38098 Position: Personal Injury Litigation Attorney Location: Northern Virginia (In-Office) Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Compensation: $135, 000–$150, 000+ base salary + performance-based bonus (OTE $183, 000–$336, 000+)

About Our Client:

Our client is a fast-growing, performance-driven litigation firm in Northern Virginia specializing in personal injury and criminal defense. Known for a strong track record of courtroom success and client advocacy, the firm handles high-volume, high-impact litigation. They are seeking a trial-focused Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to take over an active caseload and drive cases through resolution, settlement, or verdict.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manage a full caseload of personal injury matters from intake to resolution
• Conduct client consultations and assess case merit
• Investigate claims, gather medical records, and develop case strategy
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, demand letters, and other legal documentation
• Take and defend depositions;represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel or insurance adjusters
• Coordinate with medical providers and expert witnesses
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure timely case progression
• Maintain accurate documentation using case management software
• Provide consistent, proactive client communication throughout the litigation process
• Drive cases from treatment through demand, settlement, or trial verdict
• Appear in court for hearings, motions, and pre-trial proceedings

What They’re Looking For:

Must-Haves

• Licensed to practice law in Virginia (required)
• 3+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience, including litigation
• Minimum 2 first-chair jury or bench trials taken to verdict
• Proven ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills
• Practical understanding of civil litigation, discovery, and case evaluation
• Client-focused approach with excellent interpersonal communication skills

Nice-to-Haves

• 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience
• 5+ first-chair jury trials with verifiable results
• Licensed in Maryland, Washington, D.C., or another jurisdiction
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Experience with legal software (e.G., Clio, Filevine)
• Background in contingency-based or volume litigation

Why This Role?

• Step into an active, high-volume caseload (100+ files)
• Work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with strong support staff
• Competitive base salary plus uncapped, performance-based bonus structure
• Realistic earning potential of $183K–$336K+
• Opportunity for significant courtroom exposure and trial work

Compensation & Long-Term Opportunities:

• Base Salary: $135, 000–$150, 000+ depending on experience
• Performance-Based Bonus: Quarterly commissions tied to firm-wide PI fees (uncapped)
• On-Target Earnings: $183, 000–$336, 000+
• Referral Bonuses: Additional incentives for originated cases
• Long-Term Growth: Opportunity for advancement within a high-performing litigation team

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