Transportation/Trucking Litigation Defense Attorney Job in Houston, TX Near Me - 329034 | BCGSearch.com

Transportation/Trucking Litigation Defense Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location Texas - Houston

Job ID 4D9M329034

Experience Level Senior Associate

Job Experience Min. 7 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas TransportationLitigation - Commercial

2024-03-27 04:31:41

A law firm specializing in transportation litigation defense seeks a highly skilled Transportation/Trucking Litigation Defense Attorney with a minimum of 7 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience in Texas state courts, particularly defending transportation/trucking cases.

Duties:

  • Provide comprehensive defense services to trucking and transportation companies facing litigation, focusing on personal injury claims, transportation issues, Department of Transportation record-keeping matters, accident reconstruction, and forensic evidence assembly.
  • Represent clients in state court litigation proceedings, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant case law and statutes.
  • Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as required.
  • Collaborate with partners on case strategy and client communication.
  • Prepare for and participate in trial proceedings as necessary.
  • Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation.
  • Stay abreast of changes in transportation laws, regulations, and industry trends.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active license to practice law in the state of Texas.
  • Litigation experience in Texas state courts.
  • Proficiency in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
  • Legal research and analysis skills.
  • Trial preparation and courtroom experience.

Education:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

  • Active license to practice law in the state of Texas.

Skills:

  • Litigation experience in Texas state courts.
  • Proficiency in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
  • Legal research and analysis skills.
  • Trial preparation and courtroom experience.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance with both PPO and HSA, which includes firm contributions.
  • 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options (with discretionary matching).
  • Vision, dental, and other ancillary benefits.
  • Up to $50,000 life insurance.

Located in Houston, Texas, the law firm handles a wide range of legal matters. Its practice areas include Appellate, Arbitration, Cargo Claims, Commercial Litigation & Business Law, Construction, Copyright, Customs, Employment Law, Energy, Health Care, Hospitality Law, Insurance, Liquor Liability and TABC, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Trademark, Transportation, and Toxic Tort & Environmental Litigation.

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