Geoff McDonald & Associates – Associate Personal Injury Attorney
Geoff McDonald and Associates ("GMA"), an established law firm with offices in Richmond and Virginia Beach, VA, invites applications from seasoned personal injury attorneys to enhance our dynamic and expanding practice. We seek candidates with a proven track record in managing a diverse case portfolio and a history of successfully litigating cases in Circuit, General District, and Federal Courts within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Qualifications
- Active license to practice law in Virginia.
- Demonstrated experience in personal injury law, including a history of trial successes and claim negotiations.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate potential new cases and client intakes.Proactively and routinely engage with current and prospective clients.Oversee the pre-litigation process, including valuation and maximizing claim value while ensuring appropriate client care.Conduct settlement negotiations and manage recovery disbursements, ensuring timely resolution of escrows.Advocate vigorously in all jurisdictions across the Commonwealth.Lead depositions, focus groups, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.Maintain exemplary client relationships and mentor junior attorneys and peers.Ideal Candidate Attributes
Exceptional attention to detail and superb organizational abilities.Effective communication skills paired with a deep understanding of the real-life implications of personal injury cases on our clients.A strong desire for responsibility, growth, and success, complemented by outstanding interpersonal skills.Must be a caring and supportive team player; we are not silos at GMA.GMA's Core Values
Shoot Straight – Trust, Ethics, HonestyHelp Others – Empathy, ServiceAlways Be Kind – Humility, ThoughtfulnessGrow – Personally, ProfessionallyWe offer a competitive salary (base + commission) and benefits package (employer-paid healthcare for employees, long-term disability, paid parental leave, generous PTO policy, life insurance, Safe Harbor 401k), continuing legal education reimbursement and mentorship.
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