Trial Attorney - Civil Litigation/Insurance Defense

A law firm seeks a Trial Attorney with civil litigation and insurance defense experience to join its Dallas, TX office. This role focuses on representing clients in personal injury, product liability, and premises liability cases, and managing files from intake to resolution. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical abilities, effective advocacy skills, and a thorough knowledge of procedural and substantive law.

Duties:

• Conduct case assessments for liability, damages, and potential losses.
• Manage client communications, including reporting, billing, budgeting, and case management requirements.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, ensuring thorough document handling.
• Conduct and defend depositions, representing clients effectively in pre-trial settings.
• Perform legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules to ensure compliance.
• Participate in settlement conferences and prepare for court appearances.
• Travel occasionally as required for case needs.

Requirements:

• Active Texas Bar License required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation, with a preference for civil litigation/insurance defense.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to support effective client and court interactions.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team or independently as required.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and case management.
• Excellent drafting and advocacy skills for motions and discovery.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills to manage multiple cases.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off and professional development opportunities.

This Texas based law firm has a handful of offices throughout the state. Their nearly 50 attorney staff practice in areas of law including Motor Vehicle Car Accidents, Oil Field Industry, Negligence, Wrongful Death and much more. This firm is just over a decade old.