Legal

Personal Injury Attorney - Plaintiff

West Law Firm LC

West Virginia, Charleston · Charleston · United States

A rare opportunity with strong base pay, uncapped performance and origination bonuses, and a path to equity for the right long-term fit.

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

Want to use your law training, talent, and energy to help wrongfully injured people in West Virginia - while earning a great living alongside an ethical, driven team? If so, this may be the role for you.

We're seeking a motivated, ethical, organized, and compassionate attorney with a strong work ethic to advocate for and represent our clients. The hiring range reflects varying levels of experience: the upper end is for someone ready to handle litigation and pre-litigation immediately, and the lower end is for a great personality fit who is still building experience.

Applications are kept in strictest confidence.

About West Law Firm

West Law Firm LC is a highly rated plaintiff's personal injury firm based in Charleston, West Virginia, with a varied and interesting caseload: car accidents, truck accidents, insurance bad faith, work injury cases, premises liability, and more.

We are service-oriented and put clients first, delivering each client ridiculously good service and outstanding financial results. That's the key to our success - and why we've earned so many five-star reviews. We care just as much about our team, with benefits and processes built to support each person's well-being and professional growth. We work hard to make sure our people love coming to work, take pride in our mission, and feel valued for what they contribute.

Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence without limits. Your work directly drives your earning potential.

Base salary: $125,000-$175,000, depending on skills and experience
Performance bonus: a significant percentage of the fees generated from your caseload
Origination bonus: an additional percentage of any case you originate
Total compensation potential: $185,000-$300,000+, depending on litigation interest, skill, and ability
Equity options available for the right long-term fit

Benefits & Culture

20 PTO days
9 paid holidays, including Good Friday
Family health insurance
401(k) with 3% company contribution
Bar dues paid by the firm
Professional development paid for by the firm
Bereavement leave
A spacious office overlooking the Kanawha River, just a few blocks from the Capitol

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Licensed and in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar
2-5+ years of personal injury or defense litigation experience preferred
Strong writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills
A clear, effective communicator
Able to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
Trial experience, or a genuine willingness to develop trial skills, preferred
A strong work ethic and a genuine desire to help clients

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter through LinkedIn. You're also welcome to reach us directly at or by calling our office at 3 In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and explain why you're interested in joining our firm. xibtplm

_All inquiries will be kept in strictest confidence._

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $175,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Experience:
Legal: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
License to Practice Law in West Virginia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference: 3145991856

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