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Virginia Bar As

Trial Attorney

Virginia Bar As, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032

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Your Mission As our Lead Trial Attorney and Loudoun County Market Leader, you will take primary responsibility for litigating personal injury cases in Virginia courts while building and managing our presence in Northern Virginia. You will handle complex cases from intake through verdict, mentor legal staff, and strengthen our firm’s footprint through relationship building and community leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as primary trial counsel for Virginia personal injury cases, managing litigation from filing through verdict or settlement

Prepare and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery in Circuit and General District Courts throughout Northern Virginia

Conduct depositions, mediations, and trials with a high level of preparation and professionalism

Negotiate settlements and communicate effectively with insurance carriers and opposing counsel

Collaborate with investigators, reconstructionists, and medical experts to build strong cases for trial

Case Management and Client Advocacy

Manage a caseload of personal injury cases including auto accidents, premises liability, and wrongful death matters

Provide proactive, empathetic communication to clients while maintaining strong litigation outcomes

Ensure cases are handled efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with firm standards

Market Growth and Leadership

Lead the litigation and trial operations of our new Loudoun County office

Build relationships with referral partners, local bar associations, and the Northern Virginia legal community

Partner with firm leadership to design and execute strategies that drive visibility and growth in the Northern Virginia market

Represent the firm’s core values: Client Always | Caring and Integrity | Collaboration | Continuous Improvement

Required Skills

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active Virginia Bar license (required)

Minimum 4+ years of personal injury litigation experience with demonstrated trial success

Deep familiarity with Virginia’s court system, rules, and local practices

Excellent trial advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills

Strong leadership presence and ability to mentor others

Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for helping grow a regional office

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for court appearances

Preferred

Licensure in West Virginia and/or Maryland

Required Experience

Licensed and in good standing with the Virginia State Bar

Proven trial experience within Virginia courts, having independently led and successfully completed a minimum of three (3) personal injury trials from start to verdict

Ability to manage cases end-to-end with minimal oversight, including litigation strategy, discovery, motion practice, client communication, and courtroom advocacy

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a growth-focused, fast-moving environment where initiative, accountability, and client-first communication are essential

Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers has partnered with

Culture On Camera , a fractional HR and talent strategy agency, to support the hiring and selection process for this role. Our team is managing candidate outreach, resume review, and the initial screening steps on behalf of the firm to ensure a strong, confidential, and efficient experience for all applicants.

If you are interested in being considered, please:

Email your resume

and any relevant trial results, case metrics, or professional highlights.

Include a

brief introduction

describing your Virginia trial experience, practice focus, and what excites you about this opportunity.

Use the subject line:

“Trial Attorney Application – Skinner Law”

Qualified candidates will be contacted by the Culture On Camera team to schedule a confidential introduction call prior to meeting with firm leadership.

We look forward to connecting with you.

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