Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

TopDog Law; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

HSA

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Bonus Eligible

Job summary

TopDog Law is recruiting a Litigation Attorney for a fully remote position serving clients nationwide with a focus on Personal Injury. The ideal candidate has 8–12 years of PI litigation experience, a Pennsylvania bar admission, and strong skills in communication, negotiation, and research.

The attorney will manage cases from evaluation through trial, collaborate with medical experts, and advocate for clients while upholding the highest ethical standards in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the Pennsylvania Bar.
• 8–12 years of experience as a Litigation Attorney in Plaintiff Personal Injury law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and research skills.
• Ability to manage a robust caseload independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess merits of Personal Injury claims by analyzing records, documents, and evidence.
• Represent clients in Personal Injury matters, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials; prepare and file claims and other documents.
• Develop and implement effective strategies to protect clients’ rights; conduct legal research and negotiate with insurers for settlements.
• Maintain consistent client communication; provide updates and explain processes.
• Collaborate with medical and vocational experts to evaluate injuries and appropriate compensation levels.
• Handle discovery, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy to advance cases.
• Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines, and coordinate with providers and experts.
• Uphold professional ethics and confidentiality in all proceedings.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, or outcomes beyond the playbook.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Job description

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: United States, Pennsylvania (USA)

Our Story

TopDog Law is a nationally scaling personal injury firm that owns the client experience end to end, from marketing and intake through litigation. We've grown 2-3x year over year for three years running, and we're now building the operations, systems, and teams to scale without sacrificing quality or culture. We're fully remote, and we value ownership, open communication, and speed. If you want to help build something exceptional, you'll feel at home here.

The Opportunity

We are hiring a Litigation Attorney who knows how to issue spot, problem solve, and think creatively to best serve our clients. Our top performers are organized, strategic thinkers, and passionate about helping regular people maximize the value of their cases. We challenge insurance companies to be fair with our injured clients.

What You Will Own

• Case Evaluation: Review and assess the merits of clients’ Personal Injury claims by analyzing records, documents, and evidence to determine validity and potential value
• Legal Representation: Represent clients in Personal Injury matters, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials. Prepare and file claims, petitions, and other legal documents, and advocate for clients before courts and agencies
• Legal Strategy: Develop and implement effective strategies to protect clients’ rights and interests. Conduct legal research, analyze medical records, gather evidence, and negotiate with insurance companies to achieve favorable settlements
• Client Communication: Maintain consistent communication with clients, providing updates, explaining legal processes, and advising them on their rights and options
• Medical and Vocational Assessment: Collaborate with medical and vocational experts to evaluate the extent of injuries, their impact on clients’ ability to work, and appropriate compensation levels
• Litigation: Handle disputed or denied claims through litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy
• Case Management: Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines, coordinate with medical providers and experts, and oversee related legal and administrative tasks
• Ethical Standards: Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, or outcomes—not just following existing playbook

What You Bring

Required:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the Pennsylvania Bar
• At least 8 - 12 years of experience as a Litigation Attorney in Plaintiff Personal Injury law
• Strong communication, negotiation, research, and writing skills
• Ability to manage a robust case load independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania laws, regulations, and procedures required
• Must be located in or near the State of Pennsylvania
• Strong communication skills—written and verbal
• Ability to think critically, prioritize effectively, and execute with speed

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Active Admission to one or more districts of Pennsylvania Federal Court
• Experience in a fast-growing or high-volume environment
• Comfort with ambiguity and evolving systems
• Experience in legal, professional services, or client-centric organizations

Who Thrives Here (Core Values)

We don't hire on resumes alone. We hire for competence, character, and mindset.

• Embrace Change: Open to feedback, embracing change, and always asking "what's next?"
• Committed: You care deeply, have your teammates' backs, and show up to build something lasting.
• No-Ego Energy: Positive, professional, and solutions-oriented. Drama stays at the door.
• Ownership: You do what you say, follow through, and treat the business like it's yours.
• Fast & Hungry: You move with urgency, thrive under high expectations, and are motivated by growth and impact.

What We Offer

• Base Salary: $150,000 to $220,000 , commensurate with experience
• Eligible for performance-based bonus
• Our job postings reflect the compensation range for the specific market and location of each role. Ranges vary by geography based on local market rates and cost of labor.
• Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, HSA, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and parental leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or being a qualified disabled veteran or qualified veteran of the Vietnam era or any other category protected by Federal or State law.

DISCLAIMER: This is a full-time employee position. It is not open to independent contractor or consulting arrangements. Compensation is determined by the location where the work is performed and is subject to applicable local law.

DISCLAIMER: Each TopDog Law affiliated entity may use may use artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making tools to assist in screening and evaluating candidates for employment positions, including whether to advance a candidate in the application process. These tools assess job-related qualifications and characteristics—such as work experience, education, and skills relevant to the position as described in the job posting—based on information you provide in your application materials (e.g., resume, application responses, and other submitted materials (if any)).

All adverse decisions affecting your candidacy are reviewed by a human member of our Talent Acquisition team before being finalized. AI does not make the final decision on your candidacy.

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