Plaintiff Trial Attorney

Jobot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with 4% match

Medical – 80% employer contribution

Dental, vision, supplemental insurance

Career growth opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Gym membership

Company events and community service

Relocation expense reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Plaintiff Trial Attorney in Houston for high-stakes personal injury, malpractice, and insurance matters. You will lead as first chair in trials, mediations, and arbitrations, managing a diverse caseload with accuracy and urgency.

Qualified candidates hold a JD, TX license, and 7+ years of first chair trial experience, with strong litigation, negotiation, and communication skills. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• JD and active TX license required.
• 7+ years as a plaintiff trial attorney with significant first chair trial experience.
• Experience in insurance liability and medical malpractice cases.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court or before agencies, serving as first chair in trials.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence with support staff.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions, including expert depositions.
• Negotiate settlements focused on client outcomes.
• Ensure actions comply with all legal standards and regulations.

Skills

Litigation

First chair trials

Negotiation

Legal research

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Top Texas Law Firm is currently hiring an Experienced Plaintiff Trial Attorney.

Salary: $170,000 - $220,000 per year

A bit about us

This nationally recognized law firm was established in 1983 and has grown to become a significant player in the legal services industry, particularly in personal injury and civil trial law. The firm has expanded its presence across multiple locations in the state, with strong representation in Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and its headquarters city.

Why join us

• Paid vacation, all-purpose leave and holidays
• 401(k) plan; 4% match with immediate vesting
• Medical – 80% employer contribution
• Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance available
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Gym membership
• Company events – to include giving back to the community!
• Relocation expense reimbursement

Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Plaintiff Trial Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment, and who is passionate about seeking justice for our clients. In this role, you will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload of personal injury claims, primarily focused on medical malpractice and insurance liability cases. You will be the first chair attorney for trials, mediations, and arbitrations, and will be expected to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies, presenting evidence to support the client in civil litigation and serving as the first chair in trials.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence for lawsuits, coordinating with legal support staff to compile data and documentation.
• Prepare and draft a variety of legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions, including expert witness depositions.
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes, while maintaining a strong focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations, ensuring all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities are within the bounds of the law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Must hold a current, valid license to practice law in the state.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a plaintiff trial attorney, with significant first chair trial experience.
• Demonstrated experience in insurance law, liability, and medical malpractice cases.
• Proven track record of successfully taking and defending depositions.
• Strong litigation, courtroom, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal principles and procedures to clients and associates.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make sound legal judgments.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and work within strict deadlines.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.