Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

Morgan & Morgan • Columbia, WA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join its expanding plaintiff personal injury practice in its downtown Washington, DC offices. The attorney will represent plaintiff clients in motor vehicle liability and automobile accident cases in Virginia, the District of Columbia, and/or Maryland. The role includes managing cases from litigation through trial, with frequent courtroom exposure and trial experience expected. Attorneys receive support from pre-suit attorneys, case managers, seasoned trial partners as needed, and a large case staff that includes a dedicated paralegal and legal assistant. The firm provides litigation resources and case docket management software. Compensation includes a base salary, guaranteed commission, and uncapped ongoing commissions or bonuses, along with a benefits package.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from a fully ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the DC, Maryland, or Virginia Bar.
• Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases and take them to trial.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter motivated by long-term career goals.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Nice To Haves

• Virginia Bar membership is preferred.
• At least 2 years of personal injury litigation experience, ideally involving motor vehicle, automobile liability, or MVA cases.

Responsibilities

• Handle motor vehicle accident cases in Northern Virginia, the District of Columbia, and/or Maryland.
• Draft and file litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests and responses, demands, motions, and memoranda of law.
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process.
• Interact with expert witnesses, including attending conferences and drafting expert reports and affidavits.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances on behalf of plaintiffs.
• Prepare cases for trial and represent clients in jury and bench trials.

Benefits

• Base salary, guaranteed commission, and uncapped ongoing commissions or bonuses.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Free downtown DC parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree