Associate Attorney

Payne Law Firm; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Payne Law Firm, P.C. in Houston, TX seeks a full-time, on-site Personal Injury Trial Attorney to provide legal counsel, conduct research, draft pleadings, manage case files, and assist with all phases of litigation through trial.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail-oriented, and driven by excellence, client satisfaction, and success in a fast-paced, trial-focused environment. Experience in jury trials and strong advocacy are preferred.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Texas Bar License is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients.

Responsibilities

• Trials, depositions, hearings, mediations, briefs, motions, and client advocacy.
• Conduct legal research.
• Prepare for and attend legal proceedings.
• Provide legal counsel to clients.
• Negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Maintain detailed and accurate client records.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Analytical and research

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Texas Bar License

Job description

Payne Law Firm, P.C. is a personal injury trial firm committed to delivering strategic, results-driven advocacy and exceptional client service. We are seeking a full-time, on-site Personal Injury Trial Attorney who will provide legal counsel, conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, manage case files, and assist with all phases of litigation through trial. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail-oriented, and driven by a commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and success in a fast-paced, trial-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Trials, Deposition, Hearings, Mediations, Briefs, Motions, and Client Advocacy
• Conduct Legal Research
• Prepare for and Attend Legal Proceedings
• Provide Legal Counsel
• Negotiate on Behalf of Clients
• Maintain Detailed and accurate Client Records

Qualifications

• Successful Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Texas Bar License (Required)
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Strong Negotiation and Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Analytical and Research Skills
• Ability to Collaborate with Colleagues to Best Serve Clients