Associate Attorney Litigation

Burnett Specialists; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Burnett Specialists seeks a Junior Plaintiff‑Side Litigation Attorney in Dallas, TX. This full‑time, in‑office role offers exposure to the full lifecycle of plaintiff‑side matters, not just drafting.

The attorney will evaluate claims, communicate with potential clients, and manage matters through pre‑litigation to trial. The position focuses on breach‑of‑warranty and Texas DTPA/consumer litigation, with competitive benefits and no billable‑hour requirement at this time.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing.
• 1-3 years of plaintiff-side litigation experience preferred; others considered.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable in client-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential breach-of-warranty and Texas DTPA claims by reviewing documents and warranties.
• Communicate with prospective clients to assess circumstances and establish attorney-client relationships.
• Manage matters from evaluation through pre-litigation, litigation, mediation, settlement, and trial.
• Maintain regular client communication and prepare pleadings, motions, and other filings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on strategy and case development.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Client empathy

Job description

Junior Plaintiff‑Side Litigation Attorney

This is a strong opportunity for a junior attorney who is hungry for substantive responsibility and courtroom experience. The position offers exposure to the full lifecycle of plaintiff‑side matters rather than limiting the Associate to research and drafting. The firm offers a collaborative, family‑oriented working environment and is adding to its legal team due to increased workload and upcoming trials.

Location: Dallas, TX Position Type: Full‑Time 100% In‑Office Salary: $83,000 annually + trial incentives Start: ASAP

The practice focuses primarily on breach‑of‑warranty and Texas DTPA/consumer litigation.

The Associate Attorney will be involved throughout the life of a matter, from evaluating prospective claims and communicating with potential clients through pre‑litigation, litigation, mediation, settlement, and trial.

Approximately 50% of the role will focus on prospective client and claim evaluation, with the remaining 50% focused on managing an existing litigation docket.

Compensation & Benefits

• $83,000 annual base salary
• Trial incentives
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• No billable-hour requirement at this time

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential breach‑of‑warranty and Texas DTPA claims by reviewing purchase documents, repair histories, warranties, and other supporting materials.
• Communicate directly with prospective clients to understand their circumstances, evaluate potential claims, explain the legal process, and establish the attorney‑client relationship.
• Manage qualified matters from initial evaluation through pre‑litigation, litigation, mediation, settlement, and trial.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Work closely with senior attorneys on case evaluation, litigation strategy, and case development.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and up‑to‑date case files.
• Participate in regular attorney and case‑strategy meetings.
• Track case activity, results, and client‑service metrics.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing.
• 1-3 years of plaintiff‑side legal experience preferred; candidates with less experience will also be considered.
• Litigation experience preferred.
• Strong interest in developing hands‑on litigation and trial experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Personable, confident, and empathetic when working directly with clients.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate facts and supporting documentation.
• Creative and strategic approach to evaluating potential claims and developing cases.
• Comfortable working in a highly client‑facing environment.
• Able to learn new technology and software quickly.
• Collaborative and comfortable working within established processes and procedures.
• Passing the Uniform Bar Examination is a plus.

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