Texas PI Associate Attorney - Trial-Ready & Client Advocate

gpac; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is working with a growing personal injury firm to add an Associate Attorney who will handle a diverse caseload from inception to resolution, including litigation if needed. The role is based in Arlington, Texas, and offers opportunities to develop trial skills within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate is licensed in Texas, has a 2+ years PI litigation background, strong negotiation, writing, and research abilities, and excels in client communication and organization.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Actively licensed to practice law in Texas
• Prior personal injury experience preferred; ideally 2+ years of PI litigation in Texas
• Strong understanding of personal injury law, liability, damages, and insurance claims
• Excellent negotiation, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Strong organization and case-management abilities.
• Ability to independently manage matters while working effectively as part of a team.
• Litigation, deposition, mediation experience; trial experience is a major plus

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of personal injury matters
• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other involved parties
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement demands, and other legal documents.
• Review and analyze medical records, bills, accident reports, and other evidence.
• Conduct and defend depositions as experience permits.
• Negotiate claims and settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Assist with case strategy, litigation preparation, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Maintain accurate case files and meet applicable deadlines.
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Communication

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

gpac is working with a growing personal injury firm to add an Associate Attorney who will handle a diverse caseload from inception to resolution, including litigation if needed. The role is based in Arlington, Texas, and offers opportunities to develop trial skills within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate is licensed in Texas, has a 2+ years PI litigation background, strong negotiation, writing, and research abilities, and excels in client communication and organization.