Associate Attorney (Personal Injury)

Full-time Associate Attorney (Personal Injury) About Us

Our client is a leading personal injury practice dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to individuals who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. With a focus on personal injury, trucking accidents, and catastrophic injuries, they are committed to securing justice and fair compensation for clients.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Full-time Associate Attorney to join our dynamic personal injury team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law, with particular expertise in trucking accidents and catastrophic injury cases. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on clients' lives.

• Handle a diverse caseload of personal injury matters, including but not limited to:
  • Auto accidents
  • Trucking accidents
  • Slip and fall incidents
  • Workplace injuries
  • Medical malpractice
  • Product liability
  • Catastrophic injuries
• Conduct thorough case evaluations and investigations to determine liability and damages
• Develop comprehensive litigation strategies tailored to each case
• Draft and file legal documents, including complaints, motions, and briefs
• Engage in settlement negotiations with insurance companies and opposing counsel
• Prepare and argue motions in court
• Conduct depositions of witnesses, experts, and opposing parties
• Collaborate with expert witnesses to build strong cases
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Stay current with changes in personal injury law and relevant regulations
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and guidance throughout their cases
• Mentor junior attorneys and paralegals
• Contribute to the firm's business development efforts through networking and community involvement

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the state bar (TX)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in personal injury litigation
• Demonstrated expertise in trucking accident cases and catastrophic injury litigation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Exceptional negotiation and advocacy skills
• Proficiency in legal research and writing
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Experience with complex litigation and class action lawsuits
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to interpret medical records
• Familiarity with accident reconstruction techniques
• Experience with case management software and e-discovery platforms
• Record of successful trial experience
• Additional language skills, particularly Spanish