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Personal Injury Trial Attorney - to $500k Base Salary

Personal Injury Trial Attorney - to $500k Base Salary

Incendia PartnersLos Angeles, CA, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Personal Injury Trial Attorney

Location : Century City, Los Angeles, CA

Work Model : Onsite, 5 days per week

This is a rare opportunity for a trial attorney who wants to make a real impact in a small, high-performing firm . You’ll be the go-to trial lawyer , leaving your fingerprint on every case, shaping strategy, and helping grow the team as the firm expands.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary ($300,000–$500,000) commensurate with experience
  • 5% commission on pre-trial settlements; 10% commission on cases taken to trial (jury empaneled)
  • Additional 25% of net attorney fees on cases you personally bring to the firm
  • W2 or 1099 structure available, depending on preference
  • If W2, benefits package available through the firm’s HR provider

About The Firm

Join a powerhouse plaintiff-side personal injury law firm in Century City that’s rapidly growing and deeply committed to high-stakes litigation. The firm handles a robust caseload of 150–200 new personal injury matters per month , with 150 active cases involving more than $400K in medicals and backed by commercial insurance . This provides trial attorneys the opportunity to review the files, select the strongest matters, and aggressively pursue them through litigation.

The firm is well-capitalized — their current upcoming trial has $300K already invested in expert and trial costs , and leadership is committed to funding cases properly. With a legal team consisting of 3 attorneys and 8 paralegal / litigation assistants , trial attorneys receive at least 1 dedicated paralegal plus additional legal support , giving you the resources to manage cases efficiently and focus on high-value litigation.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned trial lawyer who thrives in the courtroom, wants to take ownership of a strong pipeline of catastrophic injury cases, and enjoys working with a close-knit, results-driven team. You’ll work directly with firm leadership on 7- and 8-figure matters, supported by dedicated paralegal assistance and experienced co-counsel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all phases of personal injury litigation from filing through verdict, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, mediation, and trial
  • Prepare and execute detailed trial strategies with firm leadership
  • Manage 25–30 active litigation cases at a time, focusing on high-value, complex matters (goal : 10+ settlements annually)
  • Oversee pre-trial preparation, including expert engagement, evidence organization, and trial exhibits
  • Serve as first chair (goal : 3–5 trials per year)
  • Mentor and collaborate with litigation support staff and paralegals assigned to your caseload
  • Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and team members to ensure top-tier case outcomes
  • Drive settlement negotiations and handle mediation and post-resolution processes

    • What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years of experience in personal injury litigation, with extensive courtroom and trial experience
  • Proven record of success in jury trials and high-value settlements
  • Strong strategic, organizational, and client communication skills
  • California Bar admission in good standing
  • Ability to lead, collaborate, and thrive in a fast-paced, fully onsite environment
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    Personal Injury Attorney • Los Angeles, CA, United States