Senior Attorney

Law Firms; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation structure

Performance bonuses

100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Law Firms in Chantilly, VA is looking for a Senior PI Trial Attorney to lead complex personal injury cases from litigation through trial or resolution. You will develop litigation strategy, mentor junior attorneys, and collaborate with a dedicated support team.

With a focus on high-exposure cases, the ideal candidate has over 5 years of plaintiff-side litigation experience and a successful trial record. Join a firm that offers competitive compensation and a strong commitment to career development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of plaintiff-side PI litigation experience.
• 3+ first-chair PI jury trials taken to verdict.
• Track record of settlements and verdicts.

Responsibilities

• Lead plaintiff PI matters from litigation through settlement or trial.
• Conduct jury trials, depositions, mediations, hearings, and negotiations.
• Develop litigation and settlement strategy on high-value cases.

Skills

Plaintiff-side litigation experience

Trial advocacy

Negotiation skills

Courtroom skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Job description

We are a fast-growing plaintiff personal injury and criminal defense law firm serving clients across Northern Virginia and the DMV region. Our firm is built around strong advocacy, high performance, and meaningful client results.

We have invested heavily in operational and litigation support infrastructure, allowing attorneys to focus on case strategy, negotiations, and trial work rather than administrative tasks. Attorneys are supported by dedicated paralegals, case managers, legal assistants, and medical records specialists.

Our culture values resilience, integrity, collaboration, and excellence, with a strong focus on long-term growth, accountability, and career development.

About the Role

As a Senior PI Trial Attorney, you will lead complex plaintiff-side personal injury matters from litigation through trial or resolution. You will handle high-exposure cases, develop litigation strategy, mentor junior attorneys, and work closely with a dedicated support team built to maximize attorney efficiency and case movement.

This role is designed for attorneys who are confident managing demanding litigation, negotiating aggressively, and taking cases to verdict when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead plaintiff PI matters from litigation through settlement or trial
• Conduct jury trials, depositions, mediations, hearings, and negotiations
• Develop litigation and settlement strategy on high-value cases
• Manage court appearances, motions, and pre-trial proceedings
• Negotiate directly with insurance carriers and defense counsel
• Collaborate with dedicated litigation support staff and paralegals
• Review demand packages, pleadings, and case strategy
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to litigation team development
• Maintain strong client communication throughout case lifecycles
• Participate in firm strategy sessions and performance initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of plaintiff-side PI litigation experience
• 3+ first-chair PI jury trials taken to verdict
• Additional bar admission in Maryland, DC, New York, or Florida preferred
• Proven track record of settlements and verdicts
• Strong courtroom, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage complex and high-volume litigation matters
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred but not required

Why You Should Join

• Highly competitive compensation structure with uncapped earning potential
• Quarterly performance commissions tied to firm-wide PI fees collected
• Origination bonuses for cases personally brought into the firm
• Dedicated support staff assigned to attorneys from day one
• Opportunity to handle meaningful plaintiff-side litigation and trial work
• Strong mentorship and accelerated development opportunities for growth-track attorneys
• Performance-driven culture where advancement is earned based on results, not seniority alone
• Opportunity to build substantial trial experience and litigation exposure
• Collaborative and ambitious team environment focused on excellence and accountability
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401(k) with 4% employer match after one year
• 3 weeks paid time off
• Quarterly performance commissions with uncapped earning potential
• Origination bonuses for self-generated cases
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 4% employer match after one year
• 3 weeks paid time off
• Dedicated support staff assigned from day one
• High-growth environment with leadership and partnership potential