Attorney-Personal Injury

Job highlights

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Qualifications

Licensed and in good standing with the Texas State Bar

Experience drafting and responding to motions

Substantial knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence

Exceptional attention to detail, strong writing and legal research skills

Great attorney work ethic

Prefer an ambitious and passionate attorney

****MUST HAVE A STABLE WORK HISTORY

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, paid 100% by the employer; dental, vision short-term disability, life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Referral program

A state-of-the-art office environment with a positive, fun and enthusiastic work culture

Responsibilities

In this position, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic and experienced team of Attorneys with local and remote support staff

A typical day involves drafting demands, negotiating settlements, client communication, research and drafting, overseeing support staff and files, taking depositions, leading mediations, developing case strategies, and taking cases to trial

Drafting and responding to discovery, drafting motions and motion responses, legal research, and legal writing

Manage a caseload of personal injury cases, including auto accidents, slip and falls, premises liability claims, and wrongful death cases

Work closely with clients to understand the extent of their injuries

Negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel

Represent clients in court

Work with experts from various medical and other disciplines to assist with report drafting, deposition preparation, etc

Job description

Are you looking for a new opportunity with an expanding premier full-service law firm? This firm believes its team is its greatest asset and offers excellent opportunities for career growth!

This position is for a Pre-Suit and Litigation, Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney with one (1) year (would also consider entry-level) of experience in Texas. In this position, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic and experienced team of Attorneys with local and remote support staff.

A typical day involves drafting demands, negotiating settlements, client communication, research and drafting, overseeing support staff and files, taking depositions, leading mediations, developing case strategies, and taking cases to trial.

Responsibilities:

· Drafting and responding to discovery, drafting motions and motion responses, legal research, and legal writing.

· Manage a caseload of personal injury cases, including auto accidents, slip and falls, premises liability claims, and wrongful death cases

· Work closely with clients to understand the extent of their injuries

· Negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel

· Represent clients in court

· Work with experts from various medical and other disciplines to assist with report drafting, deposition preparation, etc.

Qualifications:

· 1+ years of experience pre-suit and litigating personal injury (preferred)

· Licensed and in good standing with the Texas State Bar

· Experience drafting and responding to motions

· Substantial knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence

· Exceptional attention to detail, strong writing and legal research skills

· Great attorney work ethic

· Bilingual preferred but not required

· Prefer an ambitious and passionate attorney

• ****MUST HAVE A STABLE WORK HISTORY

Benefits:

· Comprehensive benefits package including medical, paid 100% by the employer; dental, vision short-term disability, life insurance

· Paid time off

· Paid holidays

· Referral program

· A state-of-the-art office environment with a positive, fun and enthusiastic work culture.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or qualifications associated with the role.