Experienced Litigation Attorney

Clagam Global Solutions LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,350 - 84,761; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A personal injury law firm in Houston is looking for an experienced Litigation Attorney to lead case management and provide legal counsel. Applicants should have a Texas Bar License and possess exceptional communication skills. The role involves case evaluations, drafting legal documents, and attending court proceedings. Competitive benefits include health, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Active member in Good Standing of the Texas Bar.
• Professional and courteous to clients and staff.
• Perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate potential cases.
• Management of cases and develop strategy.
• Draft/Respond to complaints, motions, discovery, and other events.
• Take and defend depositions, including expert depositions.
• Attend hearings, pre-trial conferences, trials, and other events.

Skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented team player

Skilled with computers and software

Education

Texas Bar License

Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law

Tools

Needles Neos

Job description

About the job Experienced Litigation Attorney

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Houston, TX / Onsite

Salary: $77,056 a year / In accordance with experience

Job Description:

A Galleria-area personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced litigation attorney for our office. We are looking for a leader with significant 1st chair trial experience. As an attorney, you will be well-supported by legal assistants, paralegals, case managers, and other staff who will help lead client communications, obtain and prepare documents, and assist with the various demands related to your cases. Overall organization and attention to detail are paramount to this position, along with the willingness and ability to build rapport with clients and regularly interact with adjusters, lawyers, paralegals, and other staff over the phone and in person.

Duties:

• Review and evaluate potential cases.
• Management of cases and develop strategy.
• Draft/Respond to complaints, motions, discovery, and other events.
• Take and defend depositions, including expert depositions.
• Attend hearings, pre-trial conferences, trials, and other events.
• Provide guidance and counsel to clients.
• Collaborate with departments, teams, and attorneys.
• Negotiate and settle cases.
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations.
• Document all legal actions and communication in the case files through our firms software.

Requirements:

• Active member in Good Standing of the Texas Bar.
• Texas Bar License.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and courteous to clients and staff.
• Detail-oriented team player.
• Perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Skilled with computers and software (Needles Neos is a plus).
• Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law is a plus.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)