Personal Injury Attorney, Tennessee

Job description

What You’ll Do In this role, you will be responsible for: 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 hearings, trials, and appeals. 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 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 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 case development, sound evaluation, and effective negotiation prior to litigation Moves cases efficiently through the pre-litigation lifecycle, supporting faster resolutions and improved cash flow Identifies cases that should be escalated to litigation early, enabling better strategy, resource allocation, and outcomes Enhances client satisfaction and trust through proactive communication and consistent follow-through Reduces risk and rework by spotting issues early, making decisive recommendations, and ensuring alignment across teams Supports scale by holding case managers accountable to performance metrics and ensuring consistent, high-quality work product Strengthens operational efficiency by reinforcing clear workflows between case managers and the medical records team to avoid delays in case development 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 independently manage a robust pre-litigation caseload, moving matters efficiently from intake through resolution while maintaining high quality and attention to detail You consistently maximize case value through strong case evaluation, strategic guidance, and effective negotiation You identify cases that require escalation to litigation and make timely, well-reasoned recommendations to ensure optimal outcomes You collaborate closely with case managers, holding them accountable to performance metrics by setting clear expectations, reviewing work product, and ensuring deadlines are met You take ownership of outcomes by maintaining the same level of accountability you expect from your case managers You review, refine, and approve demand packages prepared by case managers, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and strong positioning for negotiation You ensure case managers are effectively coordinating with the medical records team to obtain all necessary records and bills in a timely manner You maintain proactive, consistent communication with clients, ensuring they feel informed and supported throughout the process You identify issues early, make timely recommendations, and help prevent bottlenecks You build strong cases that, if needed, can be taken into litigation and through trial Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school Active admission to the Tennessee Bar 5 - 10 years of experience in Personal Injury law Strong communication, negotiation, research, and writing skills Ability to manage a robust case load independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of Tennessee laws, regulations, and procedures required Must be located in or near the State of Tennessee Strong communication skills—written and verbal Ability to think critically, prioritize effectively, and execute with speed Nice to Have: Active Admission to one or more districts of the Tennessee 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 About TopDog Law TopDog Law is a nationally scaling, fully integrated, personal injury law firm with strong partner relationships across the country. We are building for impact, excellence, and growth. We are building a high-performance, high-trust, no-ego culture where talented people do meaningful work, grow quickly, and take pride in what they build together. This is not a legacy law firm. This is a rocket ship, and we’re assembling the team that will take it to the next level. If you thrive in fast-moving environments, love taking ownership and being held accountable, and want to be part of something you can help shape, not just maintain, you’ll feel right at home here. Our Story TopDog Law is not your typical law firm. We believe that world-class marketing, paired with exceptional legal talent and operations, creates better experiences and outcomes for clients and the business alike. Over the past three years, we’ve grown 2–3x year over year, setting a new standard on the marketing side of the personal injury space and proving what’s possible when strategy, speed, and execution align. Now, we’re applying that same discipline and innovation to law firm operations, case management, and execution as we scale nationally and fully integrate. We are intentionally building the infrastructure, systems, and teams needed to scale at a national level—without sacrificing quality, culture, or accountability. This is still the early stage of that journey, which means the people who join now have a real opportunity to help shape how the firm operates for years to come. Who Thrives Here We don’t hire based on resumes alone. We hire for competence, character, and mindset. You will thrive at TopDog Law if you: Embrace Change You have a growth mindset and seek continuous improvement You welcome feedback and adapt quickly You ask “What’s next?” rather than “That’s not my job” Are Committed to the Organization You care deeply about doing great work You have your teammates’ backs You’re here to build something meaningful and long-lasting Bring an Upbeat, No-Ego Energy You show up positive, professional, and solutions-oriented You enjoy the work and respect the people around you You leave drama, negativity, and ego at the door Take Ownership You do what you say you’ll do You follow through and communicate early when something’s off track You treat the business like it’s yours Fast & Hungry You move with urgency and sound judgment You prioritize progress over perfection You thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments You seek feedback, stretch assignments, and more responsibility You’re motivated by growth, impact, and building something bigger than yourself Why TopDog Law Real growth: As the firm grows, so do opportunities for advancement and leadership High standards, real support: Clear expectations, coaching, and accountability Culture that matters: Trust, respect, speed, and integrity, without sacrificing humanity Meaningful work: Helping people through some of the hardest moments of their lives Ready to Build With Us? If you’re excited by ownership, accountability, growth, and the chance to help build something exceptional from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of TopDog Law. The Opportunity: Join TopDog Law and Build Something Meaningful This role is an opportunity to: Join a rapidly growing national firm at a formative stage Make a visible, measurable impact on a rapidly growing business Grow your skills, responsibility, and influence as the firm scales Work alongside high-caliber, mission-driven teammates who care deeply about doing great work We are looking for people who don’t just want a job, they want purpose and impact.