What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Attorney position at Law?
Position: Personal Injury Attorney — Plaintiff Side
Location: Washington, DC | On-Site
I’m currently recruiting for an established plaintiff-side personal injury law firm in Washington, DC that is seeking a Personal Injury Attorney to join its team. This is an opportunity to join a long-standing personal injury practice focused on representing individuals and families following serious accidents and injuries. The practice handles personal injury and wrongful death matters across the DC/MD/VA market, with a strong emphasis on client service and personalized representation.
Job Summary:
The attorney will handle a primarily plaintiff personal injury caseload, with approximately 90% of matters involving motor vehicle accidents. The position offers exposure to a variety of injury claims, including complex and catastrophic cases.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage plaintiff personal injury cases from intake through resolution
- Investigate liability and damages
- Communicate directly with clients and provide case updates
- Analyze medical records, insurance coverage and damages
- Negotiate with insurance carriers and defense counsel
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery and other litigation documents
- Develop case strategy and prepare matters for settlement or trial
- Work collaboratively with paralegals, investigators and other support professionals
- Advocate for clients throughout the litigation process
Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Active DC Bar admission or ability to practice in DC
- Can be bared in MD, DC or VA – multiple bar admissions a plus
- 1 years of experience handling plaintiff personal injury matters
- Strong understanding of personal injury litigation and insurance claims
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong client-management and case-management abilities
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
- Trial experience is a plus
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $120,000 – $150,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful
Benefits:
- Medical insurance — firm pays 80%
- Multiple medical plan options
- Dental and vision options
- 401(k) with 4% firm match
- Commuter benefit — paid parking or Metro benefit up to $300/month
- Cash Balance & Profit Sharing Plan eligibility after 3 years
- Additional firm-paid retirement contributions based on tenure and compensation
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000