Established (100+ Years) Premier Firm Seeking Associate Attorney for Plaintiff Personal Injury and/or Workers' Compensation in Richmond, VA
An established Virginia-based firm with over 100 years in practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with plaintiff personal injury and/or workers' compensation experience to join its team in Richmond. This Attorney will work on plaintiff-side injury matters and will handle litigation, negotiations, and client representation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations while advocating for injured clients.
Offer:
Salary range: $110,000-$130,000+ contingent on experience
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with employer match fully vested from day one
HSA and FSA options
Life, AD&D, and disability coverage
Employee assistance program and referral incentives
Paid time off with 18 days PTO and 29 total days off annually
Eleven paid holidays each year
Potential for overtime paid biweekly
Paperless office with cloud-based systems for efficiency and collaboration
Qualifications:
Possess 3-5+ years of plaintiff personal injury and/or workers' compensation experience
Hold experience conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, and preparing motions and pleadings
Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Show the ability to manage cases in a fast-paced and technology-forward environment
Maintain active Virginia Bar membership in good standing
Responsibilities:
Manage a caseload of plaintiff personal injury and/or workers' compensation matters from intake through resolution or trial
Conduct written discovery and take and defend depositions
Prepare motions, pleadings, and detailed case assessments
Represent clients in mediations, hearings, and trial
Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to develop evidence-driven case strategies
Maintain consistent communication with clients to ensure exceptional service throughout the duration of their cases