Prelitigation Attorney

Daniel Stark, LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open PTO policy

Career growth and upwards mobility

Competitive benefits package

401(k) plan with 4% company contribution match

Dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance

Gold's Gym Membership Discount

Good snacks

Job summary

A personal injury law firm is seeking an attorney in Austin, Texas, to advocate for clients navigating their legal journeys. Ideal candidates will possess a Juris Doctor degree and Texas bar certification, with 2-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include case management, client relations, and team leadership, ensuring a proactive approach to client support. The firm offers a competitive salary between $100K and $200K, open PTO policy, and relocation assistance up to $5,000.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of personal injury experience or related legal experience.
• Spirit for competition.
• Maintain an elevated level of aggression on behalf of clients.

Responsibilities

• Work on great cases for exceptional clients.
• Provide exemplary customer service to clients.
• Develop and implement strategies with the support team.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office and Outlook

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ownership mentality

Desire for continuous improvement

Bilingual+

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

State bar certification in Texas

Job description

Overview

Click here to preview the DS experience: DS Team Experience. Job Summary: You may have an idea of what a personal injury attorney does — meet with clients, motion work, discovery, depositions, mediations. The whole nine yards. But we can guarantee you do not know what an attorney does at Daniel Stark. Here, you will learn what it means to live out our core values. You will have an attorney team lead who invests in your personal and professional development. You will learn your client’s stories: their fears; their pain; the impact of the injury on their entire life. You will be their guide in an unknown landscape as they navigate their new reality, and you will fight for them to get their lives back on track.

The Breakdown

• Discover & Develop Client’s Story: Work on great cases for exceptional clients. Keep them from getting taken advantage of by insurance companies.
• Remarkable Job Performance: Bring your “A” game. Be that attorney that client’s remark about in a positive way and refer their family and friends.
• Efficient Caseload Management: Be proactive not reactive, providing exemplary customer service to your clients. Your strategic insights will be critical in driving our business forward.
• Lead, Manage, and Accountability of Pod: Develop and implement strategies that foster productive and friendly relationships with the support team and closely aligned with our company’s overarching goals and objectives.
• Aggressiveness and Heart – We seek someone who is proactive, assertive, and always pushing the pace. This individual should thrive in a fast-paced environment and be relentless in achieving goals.

Skills and Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA)
• State bar certification in Texas
• 2-5 years of personal injury experience or related legal experience
• Proficiency in MS Office and Outlook
• Multitasking – the ideal candidate should excel at juggling multiple tasks simultaneously. They should be adept at prioritizing and managing various responsibilities efficiently.
• Organizational skills and planning – Being organized is essential. The candidate should be a planner, adapt to structuring tasks, managing time, and maintaining order.

Remarkable Qualifications (what sets you apart)

• Spirit for competition
• Ownership mentality
• Desire for continuous improvement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Maintain an elevated level of aggression on behalf of clients.
• Bilingual+

Salary and Benefits

• $100K - $200K base salary per year based on experience and potential.
• Open PTO policy
• Career growth and upwards mobility
• Competitive benefits package (we’re on it – it’s good)
• 401 (k) plan; 4% company contribution match
• Dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance available
• Gold’s Gym Membership Discount
• The good snacks

Relocation Assistance

• Daniel Stark will cover relocation costs up to $5,000

Why Us

You could take your talents anywhere. We know that. You know that. So, let’s cut to the chase - we\'re a plaintiff personal injury law firm that started over 25 years ago and has grown into a multi-million-dollar boutique law firm with over 160 team members. We take our clients seriously and fight against big insurance companies trying to screw them over. We are aggressive advocates. We will exhaust every option, every avenue, to get our clients what they deserve. Just look back at our successful history of thousands of clients who we’ve built relationships with to see the proof.

But what sets us apart? Our commitment to top-tier office culture. Across our six office locations dispersed through central and east Texas, you\'ll find a team who excel in excellence in their work ethic, enthusiasm, and commitment to our social contract. It\'s no wonder we have a high retention of team members. But don\'t just take our word for it. See what our current team members think!

“I believe that we are the best law firm around, with measures in place that look out for the client\'s best interest!”

“Amazing environment with great work-life balance. Everyone is extremely smart and incredible advocates for clients.”

“DS truly believes in our core purpose, values, and culture, and gives employees everything they need to be successful.”

“The heart of this firm is to put clients first.”

As much as we want you to sell us on why you\'re our ideal candidate, we want to sell you on why we think we\'re your ideal place to work. We may be biased, but Daniel Stark is one of the most rewarding places to develop and grow your professional work experience. Our team gives us 100% and in turn, we invest 100% right back into them.

Our Core Values

Work Hard, Play Hard
We want you to give your 100% in the office AND outside the office. In fact, we encourage you to take 5 days off in a row at least once a year. In addition, we have team member events to bond and play hard together.

Be Remarkable
If we go above and beyond for our clients and team, they will do the same for you. We want people remarking about the work we do, and the high level of quality provided. That is how we know we are giving our 100% - not the bare minimum. We appreciate those that do remarkable work. We believe everyone should take time to recognize the hard work of those around you! It has a huge impact on the health and positivity of our team.

Do It All, Do It Right, Do It Now
Get stuff done! The right way, the first time, when it needs to happen. \'Nuff said.

Arms Out, Thumbs Out
Our six offices are filled with positive supportive team members who have your back. We love the team player mentality our team has and seeing how everyone supports and helps each other.

If you\'re ready to take on a new challenge and make your mark as a strategic member in the legal space, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as an attorney and help shape the future of our company.