Senior PI Trial Attorney - Lead Litigation in TX

Thompson Law Injury Lawyers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Holidays

Professional Development

Job summary

Thompson Law in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney to lead a high-stakes personal injury docket, from filing to verdict. You will first-chair jury trials, shape strategy, and mentor a dedicated support team.

This senior role emphasizes courtroom excellence, client advocacy, and collaboration with firm leadership to grow the Texas footprint. Compensation includes base salary plus uncapped monthly bonus.

Qualifications

• Texas License: Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Senior-Level Experience: 8+ years of litigation experience, with substantial personal injury experience (plaintiff or defense).
• Trial Track Record: Prefer some first-chair jury trial experience and have a real appetite for the courtroom.
• Strategic Judgment: Proven ability to value cases, set settlement parameters, manage a robust docket, and direct support staff in executing case plans.
• Leadership: Demonstrated success leading teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes legal environment.
• Communication: Persuasive in writing and on your feet—with clients, adjusters, opposing counsel, judges, and juries.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with legal research databases, case management software, and modern litigation technology, including responsible use of artificial intelligence.

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 working 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 in Texas

8+ years litigation

Trial experience

Leadership

Strategic judgment

Communication

Tech proficiency

Job description

Thompson Law in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney to lead a high-stakes personal injury docket, from filing to verdict. You will first-chair jury trials, shape strategy, and mentor a dedicated support team.

This senior role emphasizes courtroom excellence, client advocacy, and collaboration with firm leadership to grow the Texas footprint. Compensation includes base salary plus uncapped monthly bonus.