Trial Lawyer

Poulin | Willey Trial Lawyers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Life insurance

Telemedicine services

Counseling services

Flexible paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Poulin | Willey Trial Lawyers is seeking an experienced Trial Lawyer to join our Virginia personal injury team. You will represent clients statewide, requiring an active VA license in good standing and the ability to manage cases from filing through trial.

We offer a competitive base salary of $75,000 plus a bonus percentage, with typical first-year earnings in the range of $100,000 to $150,000 for strong performers.

Qualifications

• Active Virginia Bar in good standing.
• Ideally 2+ years of litigation experience in personal injury or related areas.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in personal injury matters from filing through trial.
• Draft and file litigation documents including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings, including jury selection and openings/closings statements.
• Collaborate with paralegals and staff to ensure thorough case preparation.

Skills

Litigation experience

Trial experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

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 Virginia and requires an active Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia! Must have an active VA 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.