Associate Attorney

Powers Taylor LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Powers Taylor LLP is a boutique plaintiff litigation firm in Dallas focusing on medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases across Texas. We are seeking a licensed attorney eager to learn, motivated to advocate for injured clients, and ready to grow into a trial lawyer.

This role offers hands-on litigation experience from day one, including drafting pleadings, attending depositions, and preparing cases for trial while collaborating with experienced trial attorneys.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to conduct thorough legal research using major databases.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable client outcomes.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to deadlines and documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of medical malpractice and personal injury claims.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, settlements, and correspondence.
• Negotiate settlements with insurers and opposing counsel.
• Represent clients in settlements, mediations, and court proceedings when needed.
• Collaborate with experts to build strong cases.
• Maintain detailed case files and track deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

JD or equivalent

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Ready to do real litigation work from day one?

Powers Taylor LLP is a boutique plaintiff litigation firm in Dallas focused on medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases across Texas. We are looking for a licensed attorney who is eager to learn, motivated to advocate for injured clients, and excited to grow into a trial lawyer.

This is not a “sit in the back and review documents for two years” position.

Our associates work directly with experienced trial attorneys on meaningful, high-stakes cases that make a real difference for Texas families. You’ll gain hands‑on litigation experience early, including drafting pleadings, attending depositions, preparing cases for trial, working with experts, and participating in strategy discussions from day one.

What You'll Do:

• Manage a caseload of medical malpractice and personal injury claims.
• Conduct thorough legal research using tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies.
• Draft comprehensive legal documents, including pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and correspondence.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel to maximize client benefits.
• Represent clients in settlement negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings when necessary.
• Collaborate with experts such as medical professionals and accident reconstruction specialists to build strong cases.
• Maintain detailed case files, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with all legal procedures and regulations.
• Hands‑on litigation and courtroom experience.
• Direct mentorship from experienced trial attorneys.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in personal injury law with a strong understanding of litigation processes.
• Excellent legal research skills utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other research platforms.
• Effective negotiation skills to secure favorable outcomes for clients.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self‑starter with a willingness to learn.Someone who thrives in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Passion for helping people and advocating for injured clients.

At Powers Taylor, we believe great lawyers are built through mentorship, experience, and genuine investment in their development. If you want to build a career where your work matters and your voice is heard, we’d love to meet you.