Personal Injury Attorney

CyberCoders; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401k

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a skilled Personal Injury Attorney to join our Houston practice. The candidate will manage a diverse caseload including maritime/Jones Act claims, DBA/Longshore cases, and general tort matters, from intake through resolution or trial.

Excellent client advocacy and strong litigation experience are essential for success in this role. You will collaborate with experts and medical professionals, handle pre-litigation negotiations, and mentor junior staff while contributing to

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to Texas bar.
• 3+ years of litigation experience in personal injury.
• Jones Act experience preferred.
• Ability to handle pre-litigation negotiations and courtroom litigation.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage PI caseload including maritime/Jones Act and DBA/Longshore.
• Conduct client intake, investigate facts, gather evidence, and evaluate claims.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other court documents with deadlines.
• Advise clients on options and settlements, maintaining regular communication.
• Handle pre-litigation negotiations and settlement discussions with insurers.
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials; represent clients ethically.
• Collaborate with experts and medical professionals to build strong cases.
• Perform legal research and stay current on PI and maritime law developments.
• Work with support staff on document production, billing, and case management.
• Mentor junior attorneys and paralegals and contribute to BD and client intake initiatives.

Skills

Litigation

Client advocacy

Legal research

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Case management software

Electronic discovery

Legal billing software

Job description

Personal Injury Attorney

Location: Onsite - Houston, TX

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Personal Injury Attorney to join our practice. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse caseload including maritime/Jones Act claims, general personal injury matters, and merchant/DBA-related cases. This role requires strong litigation and pre-litigation experience, excellent client advocacy, and the ability to develop effective legal strategies from intake through resolution or trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of personal injury matters including maritime/Jones Act, maritime worker claims, merchant seaman issues, DBA/Longshore cases, and general torts.


• Conduct client intake, investigate facts, gather evidence, and evaluate claims to determine legal viability.


• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other court documents; ensure timely compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.


• Advise clients on legal options, case strategy, potential outcomes, and settlement opportunities; maintain regular client communication and documentation.


• Handle pre-litigation negotiation, mediation, and settlement discussions with insurers, opposing counsel, and third parties.


• Prepare for and conduct depositions, hearings, and trials; represent clients aggressively and ethically in court.


• Collaborate with experts, medical professionals, and investigators to build strong causal and damages cases.


• Perform legal research and stay current on developments in personal injury and maritime law, including Jones Act and DBA regulations.


• Work with support staff to manage document production, billing, and case management software.


• Mentor junior attorneys and paralegals as needed and contribute to business development and client intake initiatives.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school


• Admission to practice in Texas


• 3+ years of litigation experience with a focus on personal injury; strong preference for candidates with Jones Act experience


• Proven track record handling pre-litigation negotiations, settlements, and courtroom litigation through trial.


• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills; ability to draft persuasive briefs, motions, and demand letters.


• Strong interpersonal and client-management skills; professional demeanor and commitment to client-centered representation.


• Experience with case management software, electronic discovery, and legal billing practices.


• Ability to manage a busy docket, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines under pressure.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental


• 401k