Associate Attorney

PSI; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

PSI, a growing law firm in Austin, TX, is searching for an experienced trial attorney to lead and develop a team of litigators. This role involves overseeing 4–6 attorneys, guiding litigation strategy, and ensuring high standards for case preparation and client communication.

Ideal candidates will have a J.D., an active Texas Bar license, and a proven track record in mentorship and litigation. Benefits include a comprehensive health care plan, retirement options, and work-from-home flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and mentorship of litigation teams.
• Experience with Texas personal injury cases preferred but not required.
• Ability to guide attorneys through complex litigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 4–6 litigation attorneys.
• Guide case strategy from pre-litigation through trial.
• Review pleadings and evaluations prepared by team attorneys.

Skills

Leadership

Litigation strategy development

Courtroom presence

Negotiation skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active Texas Bar license

Job description

Growing Law Firm is seeking a proven trial attorney to lead and develop a team of litigators at our offices in Austin

This leadership role oversees a team of 4–6 attorneys and their litigation staff while guiding case strategy from intake through trial or resolution. Our firm invests heavily in litigation and prepares every case as though it will go to trial. Attorney Managers play a critical role in maintaining that standard while mentoring the next generation of trial lawyers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of 4–6 litigation attorneys and their support staff
• Guide case strategy from pre-litigation through trial or settlement
• Conduct regular case strategy reviews and ensure cases are developed aggressively and efficiently
• Mentor junior attorneys in deposition practice, motion practice, negotiation strategy, and trial preparation
• Ensure cases are thoroughly prepared and positioned for trial when necessary
• Review pleadings, discovery, and case evaluations prepared by team attorneys
• Assist attorneys with complex litigation issues, high-value cases, and trial preparation
• Maintain high standards for client communication, case progression, and legal work product
• Foster a culture of accountability, professional development, and exceptional client service

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Texas Bar license required
• Prefer handling Texas personal injury cases from intake through litigation and trial but open
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience
• Proven ability to evaluate cases, develop litigation strategy, and guide attorneys through complex litigation
• Excellent courtroom presence, negotiation skills, and litigation judgment

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home