Litigation Attorney (Remote)

Uvalle Law Firm, PLLC; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris, Nelsen & Uvalle, PLLC is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join our growing litigation team in Texas. This role offers a remote work environment with initial in-office training, a base salary of $90,000–$110,000 plus quarterly bonuses, and a potential total annual compensation of $120,000–$160,000.

The ideal candidate will manage personal injury cases through all stages, develop litigation strategies, draft pleadings, take depositions, and advocate in court.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Texas and in good standing.
• 3+ years of litigation experience, preferably involving personal injury matters.
• Hands-on experience with depositions, discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines, prioritize cases, and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally throughout Texas for court proceedings and other case-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases through all phases of litigation, from filing through resolution or trial.
• Develop and execute effective litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Draft and argue motions, prepare pleadings, and manage written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements while evaluating the risks and benefits of continued litigation.
• Prepare cases for trial and participate as first or second chair, depending on experience.
• Maintain strong client communication and collaborate with internal teams to move cases forward.
• Assist with a pre-litigation caseload as your litigation docket develops.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Case management

Travel willingness

Job description

Description

Location: Dallas, TX | Remote with Initial In-Office Training

Compensation: $90,000–$110,000 base salary + quarterly performance-based bonuses

Potential Total Annual Compensation: $120,000–$160,000

About the Opportunity

Harris, Nelsen & Uvalle, PLLC is seeking an experienced and motivated Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join our growing litigation team.

We are a Texas personal injury law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal representation while staying true to our mission: Work hard and do right by people.

This is an opportunity for an attorney who enjoys litigation, takes ownership of their cases, and wants to play an active role in developing case strategies, negotiating meaningful settlements, and advocating for clients in the courtroom.

Our firm offers a remote work environment, performance-based earning opportunities, and the ability to grow professionally as part of an expanding litigation practice.

What You'll Do

• Manage personal injury cases through all phases of litigation, from filing through resolution or trial.
• Develop and execute effective litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Draft and argue motions, prepare pleadings, and manage written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements while evaluating the risks and benefits of continued litigation.
• Prepare cases for trial and participate as first or second chair, depending on experience.
• Maintain strong client communication and collaborate with internal teams to move cases forward.
• Assist with a pre-litigation caseload as your litigation docket develops.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Texas and in good standing.
• 3+ years of litigation experience, preferably involving personal injury matters.
• Hands-on experience with depositions, discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines, prioritize cases, and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally throughout Texas for court proceedings and other case-related matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience.
• First- or second-chair trial experience.
• Experience handling contested motions and expert depositions.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Highly Self Motivated
• Eager to hone advocacy Skills