Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

SANDOVAL & JAMES PLLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Gym membership

Bereavement leave

Birthday off

Snacks and drinks

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

SANDOVAL & JAMES PLLC, an established personal injury law firm in Austin, Texas, is seeking motivated litigation attorneys with 0–6 years of personal injury litigation experience.

This role offers hands-on experience, a supportive environment, and a clear path for professional growth. Responsibilities include managing litigation dockets, drafting legal documents, and attending trials. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor and be licensed to practice law in Texas.

The firm provides numerous benefits including health insurance, gym memberships, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• 0-6 years of personal injury litigation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active litigation docket with paralegal and staff support.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery; take and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials as lead or co-counsel.
• Evaluate case value and participate in settlement strategy and negotiation.
• Communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with managing partners on litigation strategy.

Skills

Excellent research and writing skills

Excellent work ethic

Effective communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

We are an established and growing personal injury law firm dedicated to representing individuals injured in auto accidents, premises liability matters, and workplace injury cases. As our practice continues to expand, we are seeking motivated and ambitious litigation attorneys with 0–6 years of personal injury litigation experience to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys who are eager to develop their litigation skills, take on meaningful responsibility, and contribute to the continued success of a thriving firm. We offer a collaborative environment, hands‑on experience, and a clear path for professional growth.

You’ll work alongside a seasoned support team and managing attorneys while handling your own caseload from filing through resolution. The department focuses on motor vehicle and other non‑catastrophic injury cases, allowing for high‑volume experience, trial exposure, and measurable growth within a structured system. It is an ideal position for someone aspiring to become a top‑level trial attorney.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active litigation docket with paralegal and staff support.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery; take and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials as lead or co‑counsel.
• Evaluate case value and participate in settlement strategy and negotiation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and adjusters.
• Collaborate closely with managing partners and senior trial attorneys on litigation strategy.

Qualifications and Experience

• Required: Juris Doctor (JD) and must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Between 0 - 6 years of personal injury litigation experience required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Competencies

• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the drive to "get the job done".
• Must be approachable and able to communicate effectively with professionalism.

Firm Benefits

• Health insurance for employees and their immediate family members residing in the same household
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term disability coverage
• Long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match (Roth and/or Traditional options available)
• 40 hours of paid sick leave annually
• Paid time off for general use / vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Gym membership at RvE Fitness
• Bereavement leave for immediate family members
• Paid day off in observance of your birthday
• Firm‑provided snacks and drinks
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee discounts through the company benefits program