Trial Attorney (Plaintiff Personal Injury) 1st Chair
Pay
$150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
True trial-forward plaintiff PI role where your courtroom experience is valued and utilized
Handle meaningful cases and make a real impact for injured clients and their families
Strong compensation with bonus potential and upside for highly experienced trial attorneys
Work with a well-resourced platform that supports attorneys with process, volume, and infrastructure
Long-term growth opportunity within a firm that continues expanding nationally
Location
Full-time openings on-site in Newark, New Jersey or Columbia, South Carolina. You'll be based in one of these offices and handle local matters in that jurisdiction.
Note
Must be licensed and in good standing in the state where you will be located (New Jersey Bar for Newark or South Carolina Bar for Columbia). Must have 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience and at least 5 personal injury trials as first chair.
About Us
We're a national plaintiff-side law firm built around high standards, strong advocacy, and treating clients with the compassion they deserve. Our attorneys are trusted to lead cases with urgency, professionalism, and results-driven strategy from day one. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
Meet with clients, earn trust quickly, and guide them through litigation with empathy and clarity
Own plaintiff PI cases from pre-suit through trial, including evaluation, strategy, and case development
Prepare cases for trial, including discovery strategy, motion practice, deposition planning, and expert coordination
Take and defend key depositions and drive case momentum toward resolution or verdict
Negotiate with carriers and defense counsel, and communicate case status, demands, offers, and settlement posture
Try cases when appropriate and represent clients in hearings and other court appearances as needed
Collaborate closely with support staff and other attorneys to keep files moving efficiently and professionally
Qualifications
JD from an accredited law school
5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience
Minimum 5 PI trials as first chair
Active bar membership in New Jersey or South Carolina (depending on office location), in good standing
Strong claim evaluation and negotiation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
Why You Will Love Working Here
You'll be trusted to lead, supported by a team that knows how to move cases, and backed by a platform that provides resources and stability. If you want a role where your trial ability actually matters and your work changes outcomes for real people, this is it.
JPC-895
Job Type
Full-time
Benefits
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
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