Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Orionplacement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an experienced attorney in Houston, Texas, to join their plaintiff-side litigation team. This full-time, on-site position involves managing significant personal injury cases and collaborating with a skilled team.

Qualified candidates will hold a Juris Doctor and an active Texas Bar license, with at least 4 years of litigation experience. Strong negotiation and trial preparation skills are essential for this role that also offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Significant deposition experience, including fact and expert depositions.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the litigation process.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents.
• Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research and writing

Negotiation skills

Civil jury trial experience

Spanish language skills

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Active Texas Bar license

Job description

Pay: $175,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly successful plaintiff-side litigation team with a nationally recognized practice and an exceptional track record of results.
• Handle significant personal injury matters from intake through resolution, including trial preparation and courtroom appearances.
• Work alongside accomplished attorneys in a collaborative, high-performance environment.
• Gain exposure to complex cases while having the opportunity to mentor junior team members and contribute to business development.
• Enjoy strong benefits, long-term career growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for injured clients and their families.
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

Location: Houston, Texas. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity offering close collaboration with an experienced litigation team in a professional and fast-paced office environment.

Note: Candidates must possess an active Texas Bar license and have at least 4+ years of personal injury litigation experience. Meaningful deposition experience is required. Jury trial experience is highly preferred.

Job Description

• Manage personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain clear communication throughout the litigation process.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, demand packages, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Handle fact and expert depositions and coordinate with experts and witnesses.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and court proceedings.
• Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing counsel to secure favorable outcomes.
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with first-chair or second-chair trial responsibilities.
• Review medical records, accident reports, and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to advance cases efficiently.
• Mentor junior attorneys and legal staff.
• Participate in business development and referral relationship activities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar license.
• 4+ years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and demand letters.
• Significant deposition experience, including fact and expert depositions.
• Proven negotiation and case management skills.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Civil jury trial experience is highly preferred.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll join a team that values excellence, collaboration, and advocacy. We provide the resources and support needed to handle meaningful cases, encourage professional development, and offer a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), FSA, and paid time off. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney seeking sophisticated work, career growth, and the ability to make a difference for clients.

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Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance