Personal Injury Attorney -- Plaintiff
RARE Opportunity! Strong compensation plan with multiple bonuses and unlimited potential for professional and financial growth. We provide a workplace where great people can do great work.
Want to use your law training, talent, time, and energy to help people in need while earning a great living?
Are you interested in a position with virtually limitless growth potential in the field of personal injury law?
If so, then this may be the role for you.
We are seeking a motivated, ethical, organized, and compassionate attorney with a strong work ethic to help advocate for and represent clients who have been wrongfully injured in West Virginia.
DEFENSE ATTORNEYS who are tired of the billable hour are strongly encouraged to apply.
The hiring range reflects varying levels of skill and experience. The upper end of the hiring range is for someone who can come in and immediately handle litigation and pre-litigation. The lower end of the range is for someone who is a great personality fit but still needs more experience.
Applications are kept confidential.
About West Law Firm
West Law Firm LC is a highly rated personal injury law firm based in Charleston, West Virginia with an interesting and varied case load. We are service oriented, put clients first, and provide each client caring service and outstanding financial results. We also care about each employee and have benefits and processes in place to ensure their well-being and professional growth.
We also work hard to ensure our people love coming to work, take pride in delivering our mission, and feel valued for their contributions.
Compensation
We believe in rewarding excellence without limits. Your hard work directly impacts your earning potential.
- Salary Range: $105,000 - $155,000 base annual salary depending on skills and experience
- Bonus: 7-10%+
- Total Compensation potential of $150,000-$250,000++ (no limit for the right fit); plus, origination bonuses
- Origination-Based Bonus: Earn an additional percentage of any case you originate.
- No Compensation Cap: There is no ceiling on what you can earn. If you win big for our clients, you win big for yourself.
Benefits
- 20 PTO Days
- Massive office overlooking the Kanawha River just a few blocks from the Capitol
- Bar dues paid by the firm
- 9 paid holidays, including Good Friday
- Professional development paid for by the firm
- Bereavement leave
- 401K
- 401(k) 3% Company Contribution
- Family health insurance
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing in West Virginia
- 1–5+ years of personal injury or defense litigation experience preferred
- Strong writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
- Trial experience or willingness to develop trial skills preferred
- Strong work ethic
- Genuine desire to help clients
All inquiries will be kept in strictest confidence.
Application Process: To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to brooks@wvpersonalinjurylawyer.com. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and explain why you are interested in joining our firm.

