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Skinner Accident and Injury Lawyers • Ashburn , VA , US
Posted 3 days ago
Description
Our law firm is seeking an ambitious and growth‑minded
Personal Injury Litigation Attorney
to join our team at Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers as we expand into Loudoun County. This attorney will be based at our new Loudoun County office and will handle litigation of Virginia personal injury cases throughout Northern Virginia, including Loudoun, Fairfax, Prince William, and Frederick Counties, plus Winchester, and the surrounding region.
This person will manage a litigation caseload from the preparation of the complaint through trial and verdict. This is a litigation‑focused position—cases will come to you ready for suit, and your role is to aggressively litigate them to maximize recovery for clients. We prioritize candidates with a client‑first mentality who will thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic work environment while delivering excellent legal services.
We pride ourselves on a positive team culture, which means we value collaborative, respectful, and supportive attitudes, and we are looking for someone who thrives in that environment and naturally lives by our core values:
Client Always
Caring & Integrity
If you have a passion for helping victims of personal injury and are looking to join a winning legal team, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing relevant experience, and references.
Responsibilities Litigation & Trial Practice
Manage a litigation caseload of personal injury cases, including auto accidents, premises liability, dog bites, wrongful death, and other injury matters
Prepare and file complaints, answers, motions, and other pleadings in Virginia courts
Conduct and defend depositions
Manage all aspects of written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
Prepare and argue motions, including motions in limine, motions for summary judgment, and other dispositive motions
Vet and hire expert witnesses
Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibit preparation, and trial strategy
Try cases to verdict in Virginia courts
Handle appeals when necessary
Court Appearances & Hearings
Appear in courts throughout Virginia, including Loudoun, Fairfax, Prince William, Clarke, Frederick, and surrounding jurisdictions
Handle case management conferences, motions hearings, and pre‑trial conferences
Prepare and handle infant settlement and wrongful death petitions and hearings
Represent clients at mediations and arbitrations
Develop litigation strategies to maximize client recovery
Negotiate settlements during litigation when appropriate
Maintain high standards of client communication throughout the litigation process
Coordinate with medical experts, accident reconstructionists, economists, and other expert witnesses
Work with the pre‑litigation team to ensure smooth case transitions into litigation
Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff across all office locations
Build relationships with the Northern Virginia legal and trial bar
Contribute to the growth and success of our new Loudoun County office
Qualifications Education & Licensure
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed and in good standing with the Virginia State Bar (required)
Licensed in West Virginia and/or Maryland (helpful but not required)
Experience
Proven trial experience with demonstrated courtroom skills
Experience taking cases to a verdict required
Minimum 3-5 years of personal injury litigation experience
Successful track record of jury verdicts and favorable settlements during litigation
Experience handling settlement petitions and court hearings
Familiarity with Virginia courts and civil procedure
Skills
Strong trial advocacy and courtroom presence
Excellent deposition skills, both taking and defending
Exceptional legal research and brief writing skills
Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently while collaborating with team members
Proficiency in case management software and legal technology tools
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (travel to courts throughout service area required)
Compensation $105,000 - $150,000 yearly
About Skinner Accident and Injury Lawyers Skinner Accident and Injury Lawyers is an established and growing law firm that has earned the trust and respect of the community it has served for nearly 50 years. Our attorneys are currently licensed in DC, IL, MD, NY, VA & WV, and we represent individuals for Auto Accidents, Consumer Protection, Bad Faith Insurance, Personal Injury, Products Liability, and Wrongful Death cases.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and case results
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and 401(k)
Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities
Opportunity to build and grow your practice within an established, expanding firm
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Posted 3 days ago
Description
Our law firm is seeking an ambitious and growth‑minded
Personal Injury Litigation Attorney
to join our team at Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers as we expand into Loudoun County. This attorney will be based at our new Loudoun County office and will handle litigation of Virginia personal injury cases throughout Northern Virginia, including Loudoun, Fairfax, Prince William, and Frederick Counties, plus Winchester, and the surrounding region.
This person will manage a litigation caseload from the preparation of the complaint through trial and verdict. This is a litigation‑focused position—cases will come to you ready for suit, and your role is to aggressively litigate them to maximize recovery for clients. We prioritize candidates with a client‑first mentality who will thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic work environment while delivering excellent legal services.
We pride ourselves on a positive team culture, which means we value collaborative, respectful, and supportive attitudes, and we are looking for someone who thrives in that environment and naturally lives by our core values:
Client Always
Caring & Integrity
If you have a passion for helping victims of personal injury and are looking to join a winning legal team, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing relevant experience, and references.
Responsibilities Litigation & Trial Practice
Manage a litigation caseload of personal injury cases, including auto accidents, premises liability, dog bites, wrongful death, and other injury matters
Prepare and file complaints, answers, motions, and other pleadings in Virginia courts
Conduct and defend depositions
Manage all aspects of written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
Prepare and argue motions, including motions in limine, motions for summary judgment, and other dispositive motions
Vet and hire expert witnesses
Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibit preparation, and trial strategy
Try cases to verdict in Virginia courts
Handle appeals when necessary
Court Appearances & Hearings
Appear in courts throughout Virginia, including Loudoun, Fairfax, Prince William, Clarke, Frederick, and surrounding jurisdictions
Handle case management conferences, motions hearings, and pre‑trial conferences
Prepare and handle infant settlement and wrongful death petitions and hearings
Represent clients at mediations and arbitrations
Develop litigation strategies to maximize client recovery
Negotiate settlements during litigation when appropriate
Maintain high standards of client communication throughout the litigation process
Coordinate with medical experts, accident reconstructionists, economists, and other expert witnesses
Work with the pre‑litigation team to ensure smooth case transitions into litigation
Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff across all office locations
Build relationships with the Northern Virginia legal and trial bar
Contribute to the growth and success of our new Loudoun County office
Qualifications Education & Licensure
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed and in good standing with the Virginia State Bar (required)
Licensed in West Virginia and/or Maryland (helpful but not required)
Experience
Proven trial experience with demonstrated courtroom skills
Experience taking cases to a verdict required
Minimum 3-5 years of personal injury litigation experience
Successful track record of jury verdicts and favorable settlements during litigation
Experience handling settlement petitions and court hearings
Familiarity with Virginia courts and civil procedure
Skills
Strong trial advocacy and courtroom presence
Excellent deposition skills, both taking and defending
Exceptional legal research and brief writing skills
Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently while collaborating with team members
Proficiency in case management software and legal technology tools
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (travel to courts throughout service area required)
Compensation $105,000 - $150,000 yearly
About Skinner Accident and Injury Lawyers Skinner Accident and Injury Lawyers is an established and growing law firm that has earned the trust and respect of the community it has served for nearly 50 years. Our attorneys are currently licensed in DC, IL, MD, NY, VA & WV, and we represent individuals for Auto Accidents, Consumer Protection, Bad Faith Insurance, Personal Injury, Products Liability, and Wrongful Death cases.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and case results
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and 401(k)
Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities
Opportunity to build and grow your practice within an established, expanding firm
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