Trial Attorney

Morgan & Morgan; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced General Liability Litigation Attorney to join its Richmond, Virginia office. The attorney will handle a heavy case load encompassing pre-litigation, litigation, and trial. Responsibilities include managing litigation cases, drafting legal documents, and guiding clients through the legal process. Competitive compensation with generous benefits is offered. Ideal candidates will possess a law degree and strong communication skills, along with a drive for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Active member in good standing with the State Bar Association.
• Ability to manage high volume of litigation cases.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day litigation cases.
• Draft and file litigation documents.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Interact with expert witnesses.
• Prepare for depositions and court appearances.

Skills

Client service skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Writing skills

Oral advocacy skills

Education

Law degree from a fully accredited law school

Job description

Full job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights.

Summary

Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced General Liability Litigation Attorney to join its quickly growing practice of plaintiff's personal injury lawyers and supporting case staff in our growing office in Richmond, Virginia.

The General Liability Litigation Attorney will handle a heavy and complex case load from pre‑litigation, litigation, trial prep and trial. Cases may include representing plaintiffs in slip and fall; security negligence; wrongful death; dog bite / animal attack; and other cases in Richmond.

Our law firm’s generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, guaranteed commission, and competitive ongoing commission fees / bonuses (uncapped), as well as a full benefits package. Additionally, each litigator will have a large case staff assisting them, including a dedicated paralegal and a dedicated legal assistant.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day handling of litigation cases
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memorandum
• Guide clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualification

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the State Bar Association
• Ability to manage high volume of litigation cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self‑starter driven by long‑term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. For full‑time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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