Associate Attorney

Dang & Zapata Law; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dang & Zapata Law in Dallas, Texas seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to lead a heavy docket in personal injury litigation. The role requires managing 70+ files from pre-litigation through trial and drafting civil pleadings and motions. You will conduct depositions, appear at hearings, and supervise administrative staff.

Proficiency with NEOS for case reporting is expected. Base salary ranges from $90,000 to $110,000 per year, with performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• 2–5 years of Texas Personal Injury law experience, including trial.
• Spanish fluency is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 70+ files in pre-litigation and litigation.
• Draft and file civil complaints, motions, and trial documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions and appear at hearings.
• Supervise and mentor administrative staff and oversee legal secretary work.
• Utilize legal software (NEOS) for case reporting and outcome tracking.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Managing discovery

Tools

NEOS

Job description

$90,000 - $110,000 per year plus performance-based bonuses

Member in Good Standing with the Texas Bar; 2-5 years of Texas Personal Injury law practice experience (including trial) preferred.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Dang & Zapata Law is seeking an experienced, aggressive, and motivated Associate Attorney to join their firm in Dallas, TX. This role focuses on Personal Injury litigation, requiring the candidate to manage a caseload of 70+ files from pre-litigation through trial.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Licensure: Must be a Member in Good Standing with the Texas Bar.
• Experience: 2-5 years of practice experience in Texas Personal Injury law, including trial experience.
• Skills: Proficiency in legal research (LexisNexis), drafting pleadings, and managing discovery.
• Language: Spanish fluency is strongly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage a caseload of 70+ files in pre-litigation and litigation.
• Draft and file civil complaints, motions, and trial documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions and appear at hearings.
• Supervise and mentor administrative staff and oversee legal secretary work.
• Utilize legal software (e.g., NEOS) for case reporting and outcome tracking.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Base Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year, commensurate with experience. The role also includes significant performance-based bonuses.