Employment and Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment and Personal Injury Litigation Attorney in Morgantown, WV. The role involves serving clients facing challenging legal matters throughout West Virginia. The position is based in Morgantown, offering a dynamic work environment supported by a team of dedicated legal professionals.

Duties

• Create case strategies and plans for successful outcomes in employment and personal injury matters.
• Conduct and defend depositions of lay witnesses and experts.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and jury trials.
• Draft complex pleadings.
• Manage case files, track progress, and manage deadlines.
• Communicate regularly with clients and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in West Virginia.
• Ability to build strong client relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident and calm in high-pressure situations.
• Empathetic and compassionate while providing aggressive representation.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience representing clients in mediations.
• Willingness to work independently and collaborate as part of a team.
• Prior experience representing plaintiffs and/or at least three years of litigation experience.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in West Virginia.

Skills

• Strong client relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Empathy and compassion in client interactions.
• Proficiency in motion practice and depositions.

Benefits

• Structured bonus plan.