Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview

A well-established and rapidly growing personal injury law firm is seeking a Personal Injury Attorney to join its Cleveland, Ohio office. This role is ideal for a seasoned, results-oriented legal professional who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced litigation environment. The ideal candidate will be assertive, strategic, and capable of managing an active docket across Ohio with minimal supervision.

Location

• Cleveland, Ohio

Duties

• Investigate case facts and develop supporting evidence for damages

• Negotiate all aspects of case settlements, including lien resolution

• Represent clients and maintain communication throughout the legal process

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and insurance representatives

• Collaborate with legal teams to achieve firm-wide goals

• Supervise and support legal staff and paralegals

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in personal injury law (plaintiff or defense)

• Admitted to practice law in the State of Ohio

• Experience in insurance defense and/or claims handling is highly desirable

• Comfortable handling a large, dynamic caseload

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active and in good standing with the Ohio State Bar

Skills

• Superior negotiation and litigation skills

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and client-relations skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Experience with Needles case management software is preferred

• Strong time-management and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team

Benefits

• Competitive base salary

• Performance-based bonus structure

• 401(k) with company match

• Supportive, team-driven work environment

• Dedicated legal support staff

• Opportunities for advancement within a statewide legal practice