Senior Litigation Attorney - First-Chair Trials & Bonus

Thompson Law; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Law in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney to lead our litigation docket from filing through verdict in a busy personal injury practice. You will manage first-chair trials, direct discovery, supervise junior staff, and shape trial strategy with the support of paralegals and specialists.

You are a seasoned trial lawyer with 8+ years of experience, a strong record of verdicts, and the ability to mentor a team while maintaining a focus on client advocacy and courtroom

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• 8+ years of litigation experience with substantial personal injury experience (plaintiff or defense).
• Proven ability to value cases, set settlement parameters, manage a robust docket, and direct support staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead Your Litigation Docket: Drive strategy on liability, coverage, damages, and valuation for a robust personal injury docket—from filing through final resolution.
• Try Cases to Verdict: First-chair jury trials, argue dispositive motions, handle hearings, and lead mediations when carriers refuse to pay full value.
• Own Discovery & Motion Practice: Draft and direct pleadings, motions, and written discovery; prepare, take, and defend depositions of parties, experts, and treating physicians.
• Direct Settlement Strategy: Set minimum settlement parameters, approve demand packages, and continue negotiations and/or mediation efforts in advance of trial.
• Lead and Mentor: Supervise and develop your support team and be a leader and mentor to more junior attorneys, setting the standard for excellence, accountability, and collaboration.
• Serve as Client Advocate: Be the trusted voice for clients at the hardest moments of their lives—advising on strategy, progress, and settlement/trial decisions with clarity and compassion.
• Help Shape Firm Strategy: Partner with firm leadership to refine litigation strategy, share trial insights across offices, and help grow our Texas footprint.

Skills

Licensed to practice law in Texas

Senior-level litigation experience

First-chair trial experience

Strategic case valuation

Leadership in legal teams

Persuasive communication

Tech proficiency in litigation tools

Tools

Case management software

Legal research databases

Modern litigation technology

Job description

Thompson Law in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney to lead our litigation docket from filing through verdict in a busy personal injury practice. You will manage first-chair trials, direct discovery, supervise junior staff, and shape trial strategy with the support of paralegals and specialists.

You are a seasoned trial lawyer with 8+ years of experience, a strong record of verdicts, and the ability to mentor a team while maintaining a focus on client advocacy and courtroom