Senior Personal Injury Trial Attorney

Pay: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected plaintiff-side litigation team dedicated to helping injured clients and their families achieve meaningful results.
• Handle high-value, complex personal injury and wrongful death cases from strategy through verdict.
• Take on a true first-chair trial role with autonomy, leadership, and the support of an experienced legal team.
• Enjoy strong earning potential with a competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses.
• Lead and mentor a talented litigation team while continuing to grow your own practice and courtroom experience.
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performance culture where your work directly impacts clients' lives.
• Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates.

Location: This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Winter Haven, Florida. We are seeking an attorney who enjoys working closely with clients and teammates in a collaborative office environment.

Note: This position requires an active Florida Bar license, 5+ years of personal injury litigation experience, and proven first-chair jury trial experience. First-chair trial experience is a non-negotiable requirement for this role.

About Us

We are a growing Florida personal injury law firm committed to providing exceptional legal representation to individuals and families facing life-changing injuries. Our team believes in putting people first, advocating relentlessly for our clients, and fostering a collaborative culture where talented attorneys can thrive. We invest in our people, celebrate results, and provide opportunities for long-term professional growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Serve as first-chair trial attorney on complex personal injury litigation matters.
• Manage cases from initial filing through settlement or jury verdict.
• Develop litigation strategies that maximize client outcomes.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and jury trials.
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Evaluate liability, damages, medical records, and expert opinions.
• Negotiate favorable settlements while preparing every case as though it will proceed to trial.
• Build strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and litigation staff to efficiently manage an active caseload.
• Mentor support staff and contribute to the continued success of the litigation department.
• Ensure compliance with Florida procedural rules and litigation deadlines.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Proven first-chair jury trial experience required.
• Experience managing cases through all phases of litigation.
• Strong courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing skills.
• Experience conducting depositions, mediations, and motion practice.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding client service and achieving exceptional results.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a mission-driven legal team where your experience is valued and your victories make a real difference for injured clients. We offer meaningful trial work, supportive leadership, opportunities for career advancement, a collaborative culture, comprehensive benefits, and performance-based earning potential. If you're looking for a firm where you can make an impact while continuing to grow as a trial attorney, we'd love to meet you.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance