Litigation Accident Investigator

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Performance bonuses

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Houston Dose is seeking an experienced Litigation Accident Investigator to join their team in Houston, Texas. This role involves responding to accident scenes, gathering evidence, and partnering with trial attorneys to build successful personal injury cases.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in investigative work, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. A competitive salary with a sign-on bonus and various benefits is offered, reflecting the firm's commitment to staff development and employee success.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work evenings or weekends based on needs.
• Successful completion of background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Investigate accident scenes and document evidence.
• Assist attorneys during trial preparation.
• Conduct witness interviews and collect statements.

Skills

Investigative skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Investigation software

Job description

Litigation Accident Investigator (Personal Injury)

Houston, Texas | Full-Time | In-Person

Salary: $75,000–$95,000 DOE

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available (paid in installments based on successful completion of employment milestones)

Mileage Reimbursement for Business Travel

Performance Bonus Opportunities

Join One of Texas's Premier Personal Injury Law Firms

AK Law Firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Accident Investigator (Personal Injury) to join our growing litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced investigator who enjoys working in the field, solving complex cases, gathering critical evidence, and partnering with trial attorneys to build successful personal injury cases.

This position is ideal for professionals with backgrounds in law enforcement, military investigations, insurance claims, Special Investigation Units (SIU), accident reconstruction, private investigations, transportation safety, or other investigative professions.

If you possess strong investigative skills but have not previously worked in personal injury litigation, we encourage you to apply. AK Law Firm provides training on our litigation processes, investigative systems, and personal injury case management.

Position Summary

Litigation Accident Investigator (Personal Injury) serves as the firm's primary field investigator on serious injury, catastrophic injury, and high-exposure liability cases. This position is responsible for responding to accident scenes, preserving evidence, conducting witness interviews, coordinating with expert consultants, performing comprehensive investigations, and assisting attorneys throughout the pre-litigation and litigation process.

This role requires exceptional critical thinking, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to work independently in fast-paced and often unpredictable environments.

Essential Responsibilities

Field Investigations

• Respond to accident scenes to investigate liability and document evidence.
• Conduct scene inspections, measurements, photography, and video documentation.
• Preserve physical and electronic evidence.
• Identify, locate, and interview witnesses.
• Obtain recorded statements.
• Document roadway conditions, lighting, traffic controls, visibility, and environmental factors.
• Coordinate inspections with accident reconstruction experts and engineers.
• Assist with vehicle inspections and evidence preservation.
• Coordinate downloads of ACM/ECM ("black box") vehicle data.
• Locate surveillance footage from businesses, traffic cameras, and nearby properties.
• Travel throughout Texas as required.

Litigation Support

• Partner directly with trial attorneys on high-exposure litigation matters.
• Conduct liability investigations.
• Analyze accident circumstances and contributing factors.
• Assist with deposition preparation.
• Coordinate expert inspections.
• Schedule investigative activities.
• Assist attorneys during mediations and trial preparation.
• Maintain detailed investigative reports.
• Document investigative findings within firm systems.

Investigative Research

• Conduct VIN, driver's license, criminal history, inspection, and lawsuit searches.
• Perform Westlaw Motor Vehicle searches.
• Utilize LexisNexis, Westlaw PeopleMap, Company Investigator, and PublicData.
• Research FMCSA SAFER reports, inspections, violations, and crash history.
• Conduct social media investigations.
• Complete defendant background investigations.
• Review driving records.
• Research prior police reports.
• Conduct website investigations.
• Perform skip tracing and locate additional witnesses.

Evidence Preservation

• Prepare preservation and spoliation letters.
• Submit Open Records and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
• Coordinate evidence collection.
• Gather injury photographs and supporting documentation.
• Preserve electronic evidence.
• Maintain chain of custody documentation when applicable.

Additional Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities with outside investigators when necessary.
• Manage multiple active investigations simultaneously.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Exercise sound judgment while representing the firm professionally.
• Perform other investigative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel throughout Texas as investigations require.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends based on investigative needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interviewing abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Successful completion of background and drug screening.

Equivalent investigative experience will be considered.

Preferred Backgrounds

Qualified candidates may come from any of the following investigative professions:

• Law Enforcement
• Detectives
• Traffic or Crash Investigations
• Highway Patrol
• Sheriff's Office
• Criminal Investigations
• Military Police
• Military Criminal Investigations
• Insurance Claims
• Insurance Special Investigation Units (SIU)
• Commercial Auto Claims
• Bodily Injury Claims
• Private Investigations
• Accident Reconstruction
• OSHA Investigations
• Transportation Safety
• Fire Investigations
• Government Investigations
• Civil Litigation Support
• Other investigative or evidence-based professions

Preferred Experience

• Accident scene investigations
• Liability investigations
• Witness interviewing
• Evidence collection and preservation
• Photography and documentation
• Courtroom testimony
• Insurance investigations
• Litigation support
• Surveillance
• Commercial vehicle crash investigations

Preferred Certifications

• Current or Former Texas Peace Officer License
• Private Investigator License
• ACTAR Certification
• Commercial Vehicle Crash Investigation Certification
• FEMA IC/NIMS Certifications
• First Aid/CPR Certification

Physical Requirements

• Frequent driving throughout Texas.
• Walking over uneven terrain and accident scenes.
• Standing, kneeling, bending, crouching, and climbing.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Frequent use of computers, cameras, mobile devices, and investigative equipment.

Work Environment

This position regularly requires work in

• Active accident scenes
• Roadways and highways
• Construction zones
• Outdoor environments
• Various weather conditions
• Hospitals and medical facilities
• Vehicle storage facilities
• Law enforcement agencies
• Courthouses

Travel is expected throughout Texas, with occasional overnight travel based on case assignments.

Why Join AK Law Firm?

At AK Law Firm, our investigators play a critical role in helping injured clients obtain justice. You will work alongside experienced trial attorneys on significant personal injury and catastrophic injury cases while utilizing advanced investigative resources and technology.

We offer

• Competitive salary ($75,000–$95,000 DOE)
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing litigation and investigative training

E-Verify

AK Law Firm participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide information from each new employee's Form I-9 to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm employment eligibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AK Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.