Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

Orion Placement; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks an experienced plaintiff-side personal injury attorney to own cases from intake through trial, handling motor vehicle and premises liability matters. You will work with a supportive team to develop case strategies, perform legal research, and negotiate resolutions, while maintaining strong client communication and service.

The role offers the potential for significant upside through a productivity-based compensation structure and flexible location options in Memphis or

Qualifications

• Active Tennessee Bar license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Represent plaintiffs in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents and premises liability.
• Manage cases from intake through settlement, mediation, litigation, and trial.
• Develop effective case strategies via legal research, evidence analysis, and witness interviews.
• Communicate directly with clients, medical providers, experts, insurers, opposing counsel, and others.
• Negotiate settlements and pursue favorable outcomes for clients.
• Handle depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials as needed.
• Independently manage a substantial caseload with strong organization.
• Collaborate with staff to keep cases moving and ensure excellent client experience.
• Contribute to firm growth by bringing new personal injury matters.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Case management

Client service

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing personal injury practice where experienced attorneys can make a visible impact and build a rewarding long-term career.
• Build a meaningful plaintiff-side personal injury practice where your legal work directly impacts the lives of injured clients.
• Take ownership of cases from intake through settlement, mediation, and trial while working with a supportive legal team.
• Grow your earning potential by resolving cases and bringing new matters into the firm.
• Enjoy location flexibility based on your preferred market: Memphis is primarily in-office, while Nashville offers an in-office or remote option.
• Earn $100,000 to $200,000+ in overall on-target earnings, with significant upside through a productivity-based compensation structure.

Location: Memphis, TN or Nashville, TN. The Memphis position is primarily in-office, while the Nashville position may be in-office or fully remote.

Note: An active Tennessee Bar license in good standing and personal injury litigation experience are required. We are ideally seeking attorneys with 5+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience, although strong candidates with 4+ years may be considered.

About Us

We are an established personal injury law practice focused on advocating for individuals and families who have been injured through the negligence of others. Our team handles cases from initial investigation through negotiation and litigation, with a strong commitment to client service, thoughtful case strategy, and achieving meaningful results. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent plaintiffs in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and other injury claims.
• Manage cases from intake and investigation through settlement, mediation, litigation, and trial.
• Develop effective case strategies through legal research, evidence analysis, medical record review, and witness interviews.
• Communicate directly with clients, medical providers, experts, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Negotiate settlements and pursue favorable outcomes for clients.
• Handle depositions, hearings, mediations, court appearances, and trials as appropriate.
• Independently manage a substantial caseload while maintaining strong organization and attention to deadlines.
• Work closely with legal support staff to keep cases moving efficiently and provide an excellent client experience.
• Contribute to firm growth by identifying and bringing new personal injury matters into the practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Tennessee Bar license and good standing.
• 4+ years of personal injury litigation experience, preferably on the plaintiff side.
• Strong litigation, negotiation, legal research, and case-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage personal injury matters and advocate effectively for clients.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong client-service mindset and sound legal judgment.
• Settlement, deposition, mediation, and trial experience strongly preferred.
• In-house and solo practice backgrounds are welcome.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to take real ownership of your cases, advocate for people who need strong legal representation, and see the direct impact of your work. We value experienced attorneys who can operate independently while collaborating with a supportive team. With $100,000 to $200,000+ in overall on-target earnings, meaningful productivity-based upside, professional autonomy, and flexible location options in Nashville, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career in plaintiff-side personal injury law.

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Benefits:

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