Pre-Litigation AttorneyLocation: Charles Town, WV Martinsburg, WV Winchester, VA
This is an opportunity to handle meaningful personal injury cases from intake through pre-suit resolution while working alongside an established team dedicated to delivering exceptional client outcomes.
Your MissionAs a Pre-Litigation Attorney, you will take primary responsibility for managing personal injury cases from intake through demand and pre-suit settlement negotiations in Virginia and/or West Virginia, depending on your licensure. You will build strong case foundations, advocate for clients at every stage of the pre-suit process, and collaborate with a team committed to achieving results. You will work closely with the litigation team to ensure a seamless transition for any case that requires filing suit.
Key ResponsibilitiesCase Evaluation and Pre-Suit Strategy
- Serve as primary attorney for personal injury cases during the pre-litigation phase, managing files from intake through demand, negotiation, and pre-suit resolution.
- Evaluate liability, damages, and case value under Virginia and/or West Virginia law to develop sound pre-suit strategies.
- Prepare and issue demand packages and supporting documentation to insurance carriers.
- Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel to maximize client recovery without the need for litigation.
- Identify cases that warrant referral to the litigation team and ensure a smooth, well-documented handoff.
Case Management and Client Advocacy
- Manage a caseload of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and other negligence claims.
- Provide proactive, compassionate communication to clients while guiding them through the pre-litigation process.
- Collaborate with investigators, medical providers, and other professionals to build well-documented, compelling claims.
- Ensure all matters are handled efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with firm standards.
- Work closely with paralegals and legal assistants to maintain case momentum and exceptional client service.
Team Collaboration
- Partner with attorneys and leadership across the firm to align pre-suit strategy with overall case objectives.
- Coordinate with the litigation team to ensure continuity for cases proceeding to suit in Virginia and/or West Virginia courts.
- Mentor junior legal staff as appropriate and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Participate in professional networking and community events that support the firm's reputation and relationships.
Our values guide everything we do: Client Always Caring and Integrity Collaboration Continuous Improvement
Qualifications- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Virginia and/or West Virginia required.
- Minimum of 2 years of personal injury experience, with a focus on case evaluation, demands, and settlement negotiation.
- Strong knowledge of personal injury law and insurance claims practices in Virginia and/or West Virginia.
- Excellent negotiation, case evaluation, and case management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Preferred
- Licensed in both Virginia and West Virginia (and/or Maryland).
- Experience handling cases in multiple jurisdictions.
- Established relationships within the Virginia and/or West Virginia legal and insurance community.
What You'll Gain- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact for injury victims during a critical stage of their case.
- Ongoing professional development and CLE support.
- Collaborative team culture rooted in trust, integrity, and long-term success.
- The opportunity to build a long-term career with a firm that has proudly served injury victims for more than 50 years.
