Attorney (Personal Injury) – Richmond, VA

Personal Injury Practice
Location: Richmond, Virginia

About the Firm

Our client is a growing, Richmond‑based personal injury law firm founded three years ago by an experienced trial attorney who previously trained and practiced at some of the largest personal injury firms in Virginia. Since launching, the firm has experienced strong, intentional growth while building a reputation for excellent client outcomes, responsiveness, and integrity.

The firm prides itself on a close‑knit, team‑oriented culture. Every team member is expected to operate with consistency, discipline, and care-much like a best‑in‑class service organization where quality and standards do not change from one office or team to the next. Cultural fit matters deeply here; this is a place for attorneys who care about clients, teammates, and long‑term professional growth.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Associate Attorney / Trial Attorney to join our client’s personal injury practice. This role is intentionally flexible and open to candidates ranging from recent law graduates and law clerks to attorneys with 20+ years of experience. Candidates with backgrounds in personal injury, civil litigation, or prosecution are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position offers hands‑on responsibility, mentorship, and the opportunity to grow within a firm that values consistency, work ethic, and doing things the right way.

Practice Focus

• Personal injury litigation
• Pre‑litigation case management
• Litigation and trial preparation
• Settlement negotiation and advocacy

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury caseload from intake through resolution
• Handle pre‑litigation matters, including demand packages and negotiations
• Participate in and lead litigation matters as experience permits
• Communicate regularly and compassionately with clients
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff in a team‑driven environment
• Uphold firm systems, standards, and culture across all aspects of work

Caseload Expectations

• Target caseload: approximately 100-125 matters per month
• The firm is willing to provide up to three months of training for the right candidate to ramp up successfully

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Juris Doctor and licensed (or eligible to be licensed) in Virginia
• Litigation and/or pre‑litigation experience preferred
• Open to candidates from prosecutor’s offices or trial‑focused practices
• Strong work ethic, discipline, and attention to detail
• Values teamwork, consistency, and client service
• Comfortable in a growing firm environment with evolving opportunities

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $85,000 – $120,000, dependent on experience (DOE)
• Attorney fee structure and incentive opportunities available, DOE
• Competitive compensation designed to grow with the attorney

Work Schedule & Flexibility

• First 90 days: In‑office in Richmond
• After 90 days: Eligible for a hybrid schedule (1 day per week remote)
• Flexibility available for the right candidate

Why This Opportunity

• Rapidly growing firm with a proven track record
• Strong mentorship from a successful trial attorney
• Emphasis on cultural alignment and long‑term growth
• Opportunity to help shape systems and processes as the firm scales
• Meaningful client impact with real responsibility