How much does a Personal Injury Lawyer make in the United States? The average Personal Injury Lawyer salary in the United States is $102,740 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $88,262 and $119,023. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Personal Injury Lawyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Personal Injury Lawyer Salary $75,080 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Personal Injury Lawyer Salary $88,262 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Personal Injury Lawyer Salary $102,740 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Personal Injury Lawyer Salary $119,023 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Personal Injury Lawyer Salary $133,848 US March 26, 2024
25% $88,262 10% $75,080 90% $133,848 75% $119,023 $102,740 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Personal Injury Lawyer ?

A personal injury lawyer is a lawyer who provides legal services to those who claim to have been injured, physically or psychologically, as a result of the negligence of another person, company, government agency or any entity. Personal injury lawyers primarily practice in the area of law known as tort law. Examples of common personal injury claims include injuries from slip and fall accidents, traffic collisions, defective products, workplace injuries and professional malpractice. The term "trial lawyers" is used to refer to personal injury lawyers, even though many other types of lawyers, i...

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Job Description Job Description We are seeking a litigation paralegal to become a part of our team at our premier personal injury law firm! You will provide overall support and work closely with our trial attorneys/team. Our office is centrally located in Los Angeles and we will give you opportunities to work remotely when necessary. We offer a fantastic working environment, competitive pay, and room for growth. Some experience in personal injury is required. The applicant also needs to be very tech savvy. Responsibilities: Responding to and propounding written discovery preparing exhibit binders and other pre-trial documents Scheduling and summarizing depositions Review and summarizing discovery responses Preparing meet-and-confer letters. Filing various litigation motions (like discovery motions) and preparing oppositions. Pre-trial court filings Other pre-trial activities Qualifications: Tech savvy (preferably with Filevine case managment software) Previous experience as a paralegal
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Meshbesher & Spence - Personal Injury Lawyers - Minneapolis , MN
The Law Firm of Meshbesher & Spence seeks an experienced Mass Tort Paralegal with 2+ years current experience. Candidates must be familiar with all aspects of mass torts litigation and product liability. The right candidate with experience as a paralegal in other fields will be considered. This position requires the ability to handle a case from discovery through trial, if necessary. Successful Candidates will have the following characteristics: - Highly organized and detail-oriented - Good communication skills - Experience communicating with clients - Ability to multitask and have great attention to detail - Efficient with Microsoft Office applications and case management software - Works well independently, as well as in a team environment. - Maintains a professional attitude. Duties may include, but not be limited to: - Preparing and filing court documents - Organizing, updating, and archiving documents and related notes into electronic case management system. - Acting as Liaison am
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M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers - Los Angeles , CA
Job Description Job Description Our office is looking for a legal assistant/case manager/paralegal to handle all aspects of a pre-litigation personal injury case from A to Z, but specifically focusing on managing medical care for clients. We are looking for someone that is motivated, organized and is looking for long-term employment. There is significant opportunity for growth at our firm. All applicants will also need to be very tech savvy and good with Office as well as software programs. We use Filevine as our case management software. Prior personal injury law experience is preferred but not required. JOB DUTIES Sending letters of representation and opening claims with insurance companies Requesting prior medical records/billing and police reports Opening health insurance claims Uploading and saving pertinent documents into our CRM software (Filevine) Coordinating and calendaring medical appointments Being extremely responsive to the client and managing all client issues QUALIFICAT
- 1 day ago
Meshbesher & Spence - Personal Injury Lawyers - Minneapolis , MN
Meshbesher and Spence LTD is seeking an experienced workers ‘compensation paralegal with at least 2 years of experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate must be able to handle various tasks at one time, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have great time management, professional communication skills and organizational skills. Candidate must be able to work independently and have a desire to assume significant responsibility. Providing legal support to 1-2 attorneys Managing client files Drafting legal pleadings, correspondence, and other documents as directed Filing pleadings and other documents Monitoring case schedules and filing deadlines Managing attorney(s) schedule Preparing discovery requests and responses Preparing medical and wage record requests Assisting in trial preparation Responding to inquiries from and interacting with clients, counsel, and witnesses Organizing and maintaining case files and documentation, ele
- 1 day ago
Job Description Job Description Our personal injury law firm is looking for someone with leadership and supervisory experience to train and oversee the firm's assistant case managers with regard to their core tasks. Their core tasks are: (1) Sending Letters of Representation to the Insurance Companies; (2) Sending out SR-1 and SR-19 forms; (3) obtaining and uploading insurance declaration pages; (4) ) Opening up subrogation claims with health insurance companies and obtaining final liensUploading data into the firm's CRM software (Filevine); and (5) uploading and maintaining important data in the firm's CRM software (Filevine). All applicants will need to have the following qualifications: Prior experience in personal injury law and familiarity and experience with the core tasks listed above Highly organized with great attention to detail Exceptional leadership and supervisory skills Ability to quickly assess capabilities of applicants and employees Positive attitude and abilityt to qu
- 2 days ago
Liggett Law Group - Lubbock , TX
Liggett Law Group is seeking experienced Personal Injury Law attorneys to join its growing practice. A qualified candidate will: Be able to demonstrate strong dedication to personal injury law with a passion for helping People Possess strong organizational and writing skills Be energetic, hard-working, and a team-player 2 years of experience preferred but all candidates will be considered Integrity. Advocacy. Results. Liggett Law Group is an elite Texas Injury Law Firm of award winning Personal Injury Attorneys. We bring over 70 years of combined jury trial experience to the table. Liggett Law Group works hard to represent the injured in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. Our law firm has the ability to handle a variety of personal injury cases, and we take our clients’ cases personally. Our determination lasts every step of the way until our trial lawyers see that justice is done. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Email your resume through this posting recblid ig2my4hr47cqqv4kp5eki
- 2 days ago

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