Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

Orion Placement; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Tysons, VA is seeking a seasoned trial attorney to lead personal injury litigation from development through verdict. You will serve as first chair in jury trials and manage courtroom proceedings.

The role requires a J.D., an active Virginia bar license, and at least 3 first-chair jury trials through verdict. You will develop case strategy, oversee depositions, discovery, and trial prep, and collaborate with a close-knit team.

Qualifications

• J.D. required.
• Active Virginia bar license required.
• 3+ first-chair jury trials taken through verdict required.
• Strong personal injury litigation experience.
• Demonstrated courtroom, trial, negotiation, and case-management skills.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, communication, and advocacy abilities.
• Ability to take ownership of complex litigation matters and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Lead personal injury litigation matters from development through trial and verdict.
• Serve as first chair in jury trials and manage courtroom proceedings.
• Develop case strategy, litigation plans, and compelling arguments for strong client outcomes.
• Conduct and oversee depositions, discovery, motion practice, hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Analyze medical records, evidence, expert testimony, and complex case materials.
• Advocate for clients throughout the litigation process and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, experts, and others to build effective cases.
• Identify opportunities to expand the firm’s presence into additional jurisdictions.

Skills

Jury trial experience

Litigation

Courtroom management

Legal writing

Negotiation

Education

J.D.

Job description

Pay: $200,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take a lead role in high-stakes personal injury litigation where your courtroom experience directly impacts clients' lives.
• Put your first-chair trial experience to work with meaningful responsibility from case strategy through verdict.
• Join a respected, results-driven legal team that values collaboration, innovation, and exceptional client service.
• Build long-term career opportunities, including potential expansion into additional jurisdictions and compensation opportunities tied to that growth.
• Work alongside a team that celebrates strong advocacy, professional growth, and measurable results.

Location: Tysons, VA — On-site, offering the opportunity to collaborate closely with an experienced legal team in a professional and highly engaging environment.

Note: Candidates must have a Virginia bar license, a J.D., and at least 3 first-chair jury trials taken all the way through verdict. Experienced candidates may be considered for remote work from their current state if they are willing to obtain licensure in the jurisdictions where needed; licensing fees will be covered.

About Us

We are a client-focused personal injury law firm known for exceptional advocacy, strong results, and a collaborative approach to legal representation. Our team is committed to providing outstanding service while creating an environment where talented attorneys can grow, take ownership, and make a meaningful impact. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead personal injury litigation matters from case development through trial and verdict.
• Serve as first chair in jury trials and confidently manage courtroom proceedings.
• Develop case strategy, litigation plans, and compelling arguments designed to achieve strong client outcomes.
• Conduct and oversee depositions, discovery, motion practice, hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Analyze medical records, evidence, expert testimony, and other complex case materials.
• Advocate for clients throughout the litigation process and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, experts, and other legal professionals to build effective cases.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the firm’s presence and capabilities in additional jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• J.D. required.
• Active Virginia bar license required.
• 3+ first-chair jury trials taken through verdict required.
• Strong personal injury litigation experience.
• Demonstrated courtroom, trial, negotiation, and case-management skills.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, communication, and advocacy abilities.
• Ability to take ownership of complex litigation matters and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness to obtain additional bar licenses when needed.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to handle meaningful litigation, take ownership of significant cases, and see the direct impact of your advocacy on clients and their families. We value attorneys who are confident in the courtroom, collaborative with their colleagues, and motivated to keep growing. For experienced attorneys, there is also potential to help expand into new jurisdictions and participate in additional compensation opportunities connected to that growth.

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Benefits:

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