Litigation Attorney - Personal Injury

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney specializing in Personal Injury to join their team in Richmond, VA. The successful candidate will manage personal injury cases from inception to resolution, ensuring justice and compensation for clients. This role involves collaboration with a team of skilled professionals in a dynamic legal environment.

Duties

• Represent personal injury clients through all litigation phases.
• Manage personal injury case files from start to finish.
• Review incident summaries and assess for serious injury.
• Conduct monthly file reviews and assess case values.
• Draft and review legal documents including claims and motions.
• Meet all pre-litigation and litigation filing deadlines.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and insurance adjusters.
• Negotiate agreements and settlements on clients' behalf.
• Represent clients at hearings, trials, and mediations.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in personal injury litigation.
• Significant trial experience required.
• Experience in medical malpractice or wrongful death preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant legal software.
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment screening.

Education

• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Membership in the State Bar Association and a valid state license to practice law.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective communication with clients and legal professionals.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and make informed decisions.
• Deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching.
• Dental and health insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Vision insurance.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306