Trial Lawyer

Poulin | Willey Trial Lawyers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Telemedicine and counseling services

Flexible paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Employer-provided technology/equipment

Job summary

Poulin | Willey seeks an experienced Trial Lawyer to join our growing personal injury team. The role covers representing clients across Maryland with an active MD Bar license in good standing.

You will own your caseload, guiding matters from filing through discovery, hearings, mediations, and trial, while collaborating with paralegals to ensure thorough preparation.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland Bar license in good standing.
• Ideally 2+ years of litigation/trial experience, but training available for less.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in personal injury matters from initial litigation through settlement or verdict.
• Draft and file litigation documents including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings, including jury selection, opening/closing statements, and examinations.
• Collaborate with paralegals and litigation support staff to ensure thorough case preparation.

Skills

Litigation

Trial experience

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Maryland Bar License

Job description

Poulin | Willeyis seeking an experienced Trial Lawyer to join our growing personal injury team. This role offers the opportunity to represent clients throughout Maryland and requires an active Maryland Bar license in good standing.

We are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients and are looking for an attorney with strong courtroom skills, proven litigation experience, and a commitment to client service. You will take ownership of your caseload and lead matters from filing through discovery, hearings, mediations, and trial.

What You Will Do

• Represent clients in personal injury matters from initial litigation through settlement or verdict.
• Draft and file litigation documents including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings, including jury selection, opening/closing statements, and examinations.
• Collaborate with paralegals and litigation support staff to ensure thorough case preparation.

Requirements

• Active membership in the Maryland bar, in good standing.
• Ideally 2+ years of litigation/trial experience in personal injury or related areas, but willing to train those with less experience.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Benefits:

Eligible employees may receive medical and dental coverage with employer contributions, employer-paid life insurance, telemedicine and counseling services, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, a 401(k) with employer match after six months, and employer-provided technology/equipment. Eligibility and benefit terms are subject to applicable plans and company policies.

Note:

This role can sit ANYWHERE in Maryland! Must have an active MD Law License. The compensation for this role includes a base of $75,000 plus a bonus percentage. Trial Lawyers typically average $100,000 - $150,000 in year one.