Personal Injury Litigation Attorney (DFM #302) (Houston)

• Case Management: Manage a high volume of personal injury cases, ensuring all aspects of the litigation process are handled efficiently and effectively.
• Client Representation: Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings, advocating zealously on their behalf.
• Legal Research & Writing: Conduct thorough legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.
• Trial Preparation & Litigation: Prepare cases for trial, including developing case strategies, gathering and analyzing evidence, deposing witnesses, and negotiating settlements.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing legal team.
• Client Communication: Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates, answering questions, and managing expectations throughout the litigation process.
• Compliance & Ethics: Ensure all legal activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of litigation experience, with a strong focus on personal injury cases.
• Active and good standing with the State Bar.
• Extensive knowledge of personal injury law and litigation procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Trial Experience: 4 to 10 jury trials. Significant trial experience with a successful track record in personal injury cases.  Commercial insurance and 18-wheeler defense on major seven or eight figure personal injury cases, helpful.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable settlement for clients.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.