State Lead - Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an accomplished Senior Attorney with a strong background in personal injury auto accident litigation to join their expanding practice in Oregon, United States. This role offers a unique opportunity for established litigators to take on a foundational leadership position, contributing to the growth and identity of the firm's presence in Oregon.

Duties

• Serve as lead trial counsel in high-stakes personal injury auto accident cases.
• Mentor and develop junior attorneys and litigation staff as the practice expands.
• Act as the face of expansion in Oregon, leveraging professional reputation and credibility.
• Shape case strategies and oversee all aspects of litigation, from pleadings through verdict.
• Collaborate with national leadership while enjoying autonomy in local practice.
• Focus on advocacy and client results while administrative, marketing, and operational support are managed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Oregon, in good standing.
• Senior-level attorney with significant litigation experience and proven first-chair trial success in personal injury cases.
• Demonstrated leadership experience (e.g., managing partner, firm owner, senior trial attorney, or mentor).
• Established reputation in the Oregon legal community.
• Desire to play a key role in building and growing a new practice presence.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and trial skills with a client-first approach.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Oregon, in good standing.

Skills

• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and trial skills.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to shape case strategies and oversee litigation processes.

Benefits

• Collaborative environment with professional growth support.
• Infrastructure and marketing support from a larger organization.

This national law firm provides legal representation to clients with a focus on general civil litigation. Its key practice areas include pharmaceuticals, medical devices, military earplugs, nursing home abuse, truck accidents, and other related areas. The firm and its team of attorneys have won over $1 billion in verdicts and settlement on behalf of their clients. Its main office is located in Houston, Texas.