Plaintiff Trial Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced Plaintiff Trial Attorney to join its team in Austin, TX. The successful candidate will have a strong background in first-chair plaintiff personal injury trials, including extensive deposition experience. This is an opportunity to handle high-value cases and work with a dynamic, experienced team.

Location:

• Austin, TX

Duties:

• Manage a docket of 30-40 personal injury cases, both commercial and non-commercial.
• Lead first-chair responsibilities in trial litigation, including depositions and working with expert witnesses.
• Develop cases, from initial client consultations to demand processes, negotiations, and litigation.
• Collaborate closely with clients, guiding them throughout the entire legal process.
• Work on high-value, complex personal injury cases, including those with insurance coverage of $1M or more.
• Receive mentorship and support from management and senior attorneys.

Requirements:

• Active Texas Bar License in good standing.
• Significant first-chair trial experience in personal injury cases.
• Extensive deposition experience, including corporate defendants, liability experts, and medical experts.
• Strong legal research, negotiation, and litigation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for personal injury law and advocacy.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills:

• Expertise in personal injury law, especially trial litigation.
• Exceptional legal research, negotiation, and case strategy development abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a substantial case load and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with leadership skills.

Benefits:

• Paid vacation, all-purpose leave, and holidays.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
• 80% employer contribution to medical insurance.
• Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Free gym membership.
• Company events, including community outreach initiatives.
• Relocation expense reimbursement.

The firm has 60 attorneys working in the areas of product liability, accidents, workplace injuries, dangerous drugs, business and consumer and child injuries. The firm believes in clear commitment to clients and comes up with solutions that best suit each client. Client satisfaction and putting the client first is what this firm specializes in.