PreLitigation Attorney

The Crash Team - The Galvan Law Firm; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for bonus

Job summary

The Crash Team - The Galvan Law Firm in Sugar Land, Texas, is seeking a passionate Attorney to provide quality legal services for a diverse client base. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and have over 2 years of experience in personal injury law. Key responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and arguing motions in court. Competitive salary starting at $110,000 plus bonuses offered. Join a dedicated team and help secure successful outcomes for our clients.

Qualifications

• Over 1 year of experience representing clients in a law firm required.
• Active license to practice law in Texas is needed.
• Strong knowledge of legal research programs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions.
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients.
• Negotiate the best outcome for clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Westlaw

Lexis products

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an attorney who can provide quality legal services to our large, diverse client base. Our ideal candidate will work passionately and effectively alongside our senior partners and staff to ensure a successful outcome for clients. Contact us today if you have outstanding research and writing skills, can handle a heavy caseload, and are comfortable using today’s legal software!

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
• Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff
• Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients’ needs after analysis
• Draft correspondence, legal pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Provide legal counsel and analyze client needs to identify solutions and determine case strategies
• Manage case managers and legal assistants in connection with keeping track of case progression
• Draft correspondence and review demands
• Negotiate the best outcome for clients
• Perform legal research

Qualifications

• Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
• Required Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school; representation of clients for at least 2 years a plus
• Over 1 year of experience representing clients in a law firm
• Ability to use Microsoft Office is required
• Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis products is required
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
• Prior experience working for a plaintiff personal injury law firm for a minimum of 2 years required
• Prior experience negotiating personal injury claims required
• Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must
• Must be able to understand medical records and medical treatment
• Must understand the nuances in commercial cases
• Must be able to do legal research for complex issues
• Must be able to handle a docket with minimal supervision
• Must be able to effectively manage a team of legal assistants

Compensation

$110,000+ per year and eligible for bonus