Trial Attorney-Personal Injury

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with senior trial team to represent personal injury plaintiffs in complex civil proceedings involving work injuries, maritime and offshore, and trucking.
• With assigned Houston senior trial team, work up cases from file to trial/settlement.
• Practice in varied jurisdictions (60% of cases in Texas, 20% Louisiana, 20% elsewhere).
• Take depositions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and complex demand letters.
• Preparing for and attending hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and trials.
• Active participation in all aspects of litigation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of Texas state bar.
• Minimum of three to five years post law school experience at a civil law firm plaintiff or defense.
• Excellent oral communication, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team, effectively and efficiently, without significant supervision.
• Ability to track, prioritize, and complete multiple concurrent assignments with precision and on time.
• Thrive on obtaining the best results in a fast-paced environment.
• Exhibit professionalism by adhering to all firm policies, confidentiality requirements, and court rules.
• Willing and available to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends as needed to accommodate caseload demands and court deadlines.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• In office; not a remote position.

Experience:

• 3-5 years civil litigation.
• Experience taking depositions and arguing motions in court.
• Communication with clients on a regular basis.
• Knowledge of Texas state and federal laws.
• Experience writing/researching briefs, motions, and responses.
• Trial experience preferred.