PI Commercial Vehicle Litigation Attorney

Burnett Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists is partnering with a highly regarded plaintiff personal injury law firm to hire an experienced Commercial Vehicle Litigation Attorney. The role demands direct experience litigating trucking and commercial vehicle cases with a plaintiff-side focus.

JD required and active license in the applicable jurisdiction, with a track record handling complex commercial vehicle litigation. The attorney will manage a full litigation cycle from case evaluation to trial preparation,

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Direct plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience involving commercial vehicles and trucking accidents is required.
• Demonstrated experience handling complex commercial vehicle accident cases.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, depositions, negotiations, and case management.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of plaintiff-side personal injury matters involving commercial vehicle and trucking accidents.
• Handle complex litigation involving 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, commercial trucks, and other commercial vehicles.
• Conduct case evaluations, legal research, and investigations to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Analyze accident reports, medical records, liability issues, damages, and other case-related evidence.
• Work with accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, and other expert witnesses as needed.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments, litigation strategy, and case status.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to ensure cases progress efficiently.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and assist with trial preparation and litigation as needed.

Skills

Litigation strategy

Legal research

Negotiation

Communication

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Ready to take your litigation career to the next level? Burnett Specialists is partnering with a highly regarded plaintiff personal injury law firm seeking an experienced Commercial Vehicle Litigation Attorney to handle complex, high-stakes trucking and commercial vehicle cases. This is an exciting opportunity to put your litigation expertise to work and make a meaningful impact for clients. This is a specialized plaintiff-side position requiring direct experience litigating commercial vehicle or trucking accident cases. General auto accident or standard PI litigation experience alone will not qualify.

Position: PI Commercial Vehicle Litigation Attorney

Compensation: $120,000 - $190,000+ Base Salary (DOE) + Competitive Attorney Incentive Program

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience handling complex personal injury cases involving commercial trucks, 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, and other commercial vehicles. This position requires an attorney who understands the unique complexities of commercial vehicle litigation and can step into the role with relevant experience. Commercial vehicle/trucking litigation experience on the plaintiff side is REQUIRED. Candidates whose experience is limited to general automobile accidents or standard personal injury litigation will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of plaintiff-side personal injury matters involving commercial vehicle and trucking accidents.
• Handle complex litigation involving 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, commercial trucks, and other commercial vehicles.
• Conduct case evaluations, legal research, and investigations to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Analyze accident reports, medical records, liability issues, damages, and other case-related evidence.
• Work with accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, and other expert witnesses as needed.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments, litigation strategy, and case status.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to ensure cases progress efficiently.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and assist with trial preparation and litigation as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Direct plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience involving commercial vehicles and trucking accidents is required.
• Demonstrated experience handling complex commercial vehicle accident cases.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, depositions, negotiations, and case management.
• Experience evaluating liability, damages, and insurance coverage issues in commercial vehicle cases.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned cases, and collaborate effectively with a litigation team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling catastrophic injury or wrongful death cases involving commercial vehicles.
• Familiarity with federal and state trucking regulations, including FMCSA requirements.
• Experience working with accident reconstruction experts and other litigation specialists.
• Experience taking or defending depositions, participating in mediations, and preparing cases for trial.
• Prior trial experience involving commercial vehicle or trucking litigation.

Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only candidates whose qualifications and experience align with our client's specific requirements will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your time and interest in opportunities with Burnett Specialists and our clients!