Senior Personal Injury Trial Attorney

Orion Placement; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Winter Haven, FL seeks an experienced personal injury attorney to lead high-stakes cases as the first-chair trial attorney. You will manage cases from filing to verdict, develop strategic litigation plans, and handle depositions, hearings, and trials with autonomy and a supportive team.

The role requires a Florida Bar license, 5+ years of PI litigation, and proven first-chair trial experience.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Proven first-chair jury trial experience required.
• Experience managing cases through all phases of litigation.
• Strong courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing skills.
• Experience conducting depositions, mediations, and motion practice.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding client service and results.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first-chair trial attorney on complex personal injury litigation matters.
• Manage cases from initial filing through settlement or jury verdict.
• Develop litigation strategies that maximize client outcomes.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and jury trials.
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Evaluate liability, damages, medical records, and expert opinions.
• Negotiate favorable settlements while preparing every case as though it will proceed to trial.
• Build strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and litigation staff to efficiently manage an active caseload.
• Mentor support staff and contribute to the continued success of the litigation department.
• Ensure compliance with Florida procedural rules and litigation deadlines.

Skills

First-chair trial experience

Trial strategy

Legal writing

Client communication

Job description

Pay:

$150,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected plaintiff-side litigation team dedicated to helping injured clients and their families achieve meaningful results.
• Handle high-value, complex personal injury and wrongful death cases from strategy through verdict.
• Take on a true first-chair trial role with autonomy, leadership, and the support of an experienced legal team.
• Enjoy strong earning potential with a competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses.
• Lead and mentor a talented litigation team while continuing to grow your own practice and courtroom experience.
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performance culture where your work directly impacts clients' lives.
• Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates.

Location:

This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Winter Haven, Florida. We are seeking an attorney who enjoys working closely with clients and teammates in a collaborative office environment.

Note:

This position requires an active Florida Bar license, 5+ years of personal injury litigation experience, and proven first-chair jury trial experience. First-chair trial experience is a non-negotiable requirement for this role.

About Us

We are a growing Florida personal injury law firm committed to providing exceptional legal representation to individuals and families facing life-changing injuries. Our team believes in putting people first, advocating relentlessly for our clients, and fostering a collaborative culture where talented attorneys can thrive. We invest in our people, celebrate results, and provide opportunities for long-term professional growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Serve as first-chair trial attorney on complex personal injury litigation matters.
• Manage cases from initial filing through settlement or jury verdict.
• Develop litigation strategies that maximize client outcomes.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and jury trials.
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Evaluate liability, damages, medical records, and expert opinions.
• Negotiate favorable settlements while preparing every case as though it will proceed to trial.
• Build strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and litigation staff to efficiently manage an active caseload.
• Mentor support staff and contribute to the continued success of the litigation department.
• Ensure compliance with Florida procedural rules and litigation deadlines.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Proven first-chair jury trial experience required.
• Experience managing cases through all phases of litigation.
• Strong courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing skills.
• Experience conducting depositions, mediations, and motion practice.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding client service and achieving exceptional results.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a mission-driven legal team where your experience is valued and your victories make a real difference for injured clients. We offer meaningful trial work, supportive leadership, opportunities for career advancement, a collaborative culture, comprehensive benefits, and performance-based earning potential. If you're looking for a firm where you can make an impact while continuing to grow as a trial attorney, we'd love to meet you.

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Benefits

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