Litigation Attorney – Personal Injury
A well‑established personal injury law firm specializing in motor vehicle accident cases is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its growing litigation team. The firm’s mission is to improve the lives of the people it serves — clients, employees, and the community — by putting people first, delivering exceptional legal expertise, and operating with integrity in every situation.
The team is dedicated to helping injured clients receive the care, service, and compensation they deserve. Attorneys handle the complex legal work so clients can focus on healing and rebuilding their lives. The firm is recognized as a Top 100 Places to Work and a National Top Workplace, reflecting its strong culture and commitment to its people.
Position Summary
The ideal candidate is a passionate advocate who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, is confident in the courtroom, and is committed to providing top‑tier representation for personal injury clients. This role involves managing a full litigation caseload with the support of a dedicated team.
Key Responsibilities
Personal Injury case management — Handle and manage personal injury files from intake through trial.
Litigation preparation — Draft pleadings, conduct discovery, take depositions, and prepare cases for trial.
Client and stakeholder communication — Regularly interact with clients, adjusters, staff, and opposing counsel.
Team leadership — Lead a litigation team of 5+ members.
Trial advocacy — Litigate cases from beginning to end.
Attention to detail — Maintain strong work ethic and accuracy.
Collaboration — Work cohesively within a team environment.
Supervision — Oversee and support other team members.
Pre‑litigation experience — Manage and negotiate pre‑litigation cases.
Commercial motor vehicle cases — Handle cases involving commercial motor vehicles.
Trucking litigation development — Willingness to expand knowledge and pursue board certification in truck accident law.
Independent accountability — Work independently while maintaining accountability.
Qualifications
Graduate of an ABA‑accredited law school
Active member in good standing with the Texas Bar
Minimum 5 years of personal injury litigation experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with legal research tools (Westlaw, Lexis‑Nexis)
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Trial experience preferred
Commercial case experience a plus
Experience with trucking or commercial motor vehicle litigation a plus
Spanish bilingual skills are a plus
Benefits & Perks
Hybrid work schedule eligibility after 6 months
$5,000 annual budget for CLE and bar dues
Unlimited paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company‑paid Life & AD&D Insurance
Company‑paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
Optional additional Life & AD&D coverage
Voluntary critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
401(k) with company contributions