Personal Injury Litigation Attorney – Washington, DC

Slocumb-Law-Firm; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

National litigation resources

Support from case managers

Job summary

Slocumb Law Firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join our fast-growing team. This full-time, on-site role requires a proven PI litigation background, strong case management, and the ability to handle complex matters with autonomy.

Attorney must hold DC and Maryland bars, with Virginia bar strongly preferred, and a minimum of 2 years of PI litigation experience. We offer competitive compensation and robust internal support.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Washington, DC Bar admission in good standing is required.
• Active Maryland Bar admission in good standing is required.
• Virginia Bar admission is strongly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Personal Injury cases from intake through resolution, up to and including trial.
• Handle discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, mediations, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Develop and execute effective litigation strategies.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with clients.
• Independently manage a full inventory of pre-litigation and litigation cases.
• Collaborate with case managers, legal assistants, and firm leadership.
• Ensure compliance with established litigation standards, deadlines, and procedures.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with opposing counsel and other stakeholders.

Skills

Advocacy

Legal writing

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Personal Injury Litigation Attorney - Washington, DC

Full-Time | On-Site | Washington, DC

Join one of the fastest-growing Personal Injury litigation firms in the U.S.

Slocumb Law Firm is expanding and seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join our team in Washington, DC.

We are looking for an attorney with a proven background in Personal Injury litigation, strong case management capabilities, and the ability to independently handle complex litigation matters.

IMPORTANT: A MINIMUM OF 2 YEARS OF PERSONAL INJURY (PI) LITIGATION EXPERIENCE AND ACTIVE BAR ADMISSIONS IN BOTH WASHINGTON, DC AND MARYLAND ARE REQUIRED AND NON-NEGOTIABLE.

What You'll Do

Manage Personal Injury cases from intake through resolution, up to and including trial.

Handle discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, mediations, negotiations, and trial preparation.

Develop and execute effective litigation strategies.

Maintain clear, professional, and consistent communication with clients.

Independently manage a full inventory of pre-litigation and litigation cases.

Collaborate with case managers, legal assistants, and firm leadership.

Ensure compliance with established litigation standards, deadlines, and procedures.

Build and maintain professional relationships with opposing counsel and other stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Active Washington, DC Bar admission and good standing - REQUIRED AND NON-NEGOTIABLE.

Active Maryland Bar admission and good standing - REQUIRED AND NON-NEGOTIABLE.

Active Virginia Bar admission - STRONGLY PREFERRED, but not required.

Minimum 2 years of hands-on Personal Injury (PI) litigation experience - REQUIRED AND NON-NEGOTIABLE.

Proven experience handling Personal Injury cases, including litigation strategy, discovery, depositions, motions, and settlement negotiations.

Ability to independently manage a full inventory of both pre-litigation and litigation cases.

Strong advocacy, legal writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Excellent client communication and case management abilities.

Results-driven mindset and strong professional judgment.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment.

Please Do Not Apply If

You do not have at least 2 years of Personal Injury litigation experience.

You are not actively licensed and in good standing in BOTH Washington, DC and Maryland.

Your legal experience is exclusively in practice areas unrelated to Personal Injury.

Work Structure

Full-time

On-site - Washington, DC

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience.

Strong internal support from case managers, intake specialists, and administrative teams.

Access to national litigation resources, systems, and firm infrastructure.

Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of a nationally recognized Personal Injury practice.

About Slocumb Law Firm

Slocumb Law Firm is a nationally recognized Personal Injury law firm with a strong and growing presence across the United States. The firm is committed to high-quality client representation, disciplined case management, and results-driven litigation.

Our attorneys are supported by established national litigation systems, experienced internal teams, and a collaborative environment focused on delivering strong outcomes for our clients.