Personal Injury Litigation Attorney/Pod Lead, Pennsylvania

TopDog Law

About The Position

In this role, you will be responsible for: Pod Leadership: In this role you will function as the market/pod lead for the state of Pennsylvania and be responsible for developing and managing your team of attorneys and paralegals Case Evaluation: Review and assess the merits of clients’ Personal Injury claims by analyzing records, documents, and evidence to determine validity and potential value Legal Representation: Represent clients in Personal Injury matters, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials. Prepare and file claims, petitions, and other legal documents, and advocate for clients before courts and agencies Legal Strategy: Develop and implement effective strategies to protect clients’ rights and interests. Conduct legal research, analyze medical records, gather evidence, and negotiate with insurance companies to achieve favorable settlements Client Communication: Maintain consistent communication with clients, providing updates, explaining legal processes, and advising them on their rights and options Medical and Vocational Assessment: Collaborate with medical and vocational experts to evaluate the extent of injuries, their impact on clients’ ability to work, and appropriate compensation levels Litigation: Handle disputed or denied claims through litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy Case Management: Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines, coordinate with medical providers and experts, and oversee related legal and administrative tasks Ethical Standards: Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, or outcomes—not just following existing playbooks At TopDog Law, everyone is expected to think critically, communicate clearly, and take ownership of their work. How This Role Drives the Business This role is critical to our success because it: Maximizes case value through strong advocacy, sound judgment, and strategic litigation execution Moves cases efficiently through the litigation lifecycle to support faster resolutions and healthier cash flow Protects and elevates the TopDog Law brand through professionalism, preparation, and credibility with courts, opposing counsel, and clients Reduces risk and rework by spotting issues early, making decisive recommendations, and communicating clearly across teams Supports scale by following and improving litigation processes that allow the firm to grow without sacrificing quality Your ability to balance speed, strategy, and quality ensures clients are well-served, teams stay aligned, and the firm continues its rapid, disciplined growth. What Success Looks Like Within your first 6–12 months, success in this role looks like: You lead a high-performing litigation team that moves cases efficiently, maximizes case value, and delivers consistent results across the market You serve as a trusted mentor and coach, developing junior attorneys through real-time feedback, case strategy guidance, and elevated standards You establish clear expectations, accountability, and communication rhythms, eliminating surprises and bottlenecks You partner effectively with leadership and operations to scale litigation processes without sacrificing quality or judgment You are recognized internally and externally as a credible, prepared, and decisive market leader who elevates both people and performance

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active admission to the Pennsylvania Bar
5 - 10 years of experience in Personal Injury law
Several years of experience as a Pod or state specific Managing Attorney
Strong communication, negotiation, research, and writing skills
Ability to manage a robust case load independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of Georgia laws, regulations, and procedures required
Must be located in or near the State of Pennsylvania
Strong communication skills—written and verbal
Ability to think critically, prioritize effectively, and execute with speed

Nice To Haves

Active Admission to one or more districts of the Pennsylvania Federal Court
Experience in a fast-growing or high-volume environment
Comfort with ambiguity and evolving systems
Experience in legal, professional services, or client-centric organizations

Responsibilities

Pod Leadership: Function as the market/pod lead for the state of Pennsylvania and be responsible for developing and managing your team of attorneys and paralegals
Case Evaluation: Review and assess the merits of clients’ Personal Injury claims by analyzing records, documents, and evidence to determine validity and potential value
Legal Representation: Represent clients in Personal Injury matters, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials. Prepare and file claims, petitions, and other legal documents, and advocate for clients before courts and agencies
Legal Strategy: Develop and implement effective strategies to protect clients’ rights and interests. Conduct legal research, analyze medical records, gather evidence, and negotiate with insurance companies to achieve favorable settlements
Client Communication: Maintain consistent communication with clients, providing updates, explaining legal processes, and advising them on their rights and options
Medical and Vocational Assessment: Collaborate with medical and vocational experts to evaluate the extent of injuries, their impact on clients’ ability to work, and appropriate compensation levels
Litigation: Handle disputed or denied claims through litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy
Case Management: Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines, coordinate with medical providers and experts, and oversee related legal and administrative tasks
Ethical Standards: Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, or outcomes—not just following existing playbooks