Trial Attorney

morganmorganjobsapplynow; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join our plaintiff's practice in Houston, Texas. The attorney will handle motor vehicle liability and auto accident cases in litigation, representing plaintiffs in Houston and nearby areas with emphasis on trial preparation and trial.

We offer generous compensation including a base salary, non-recoverable draw, commissions/bonuses, and a full benefits package, plus opportunities for professional growth and ongoing

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Active TX Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years of Personal Injury/auto liability experience.
• Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter with long-term career goals.
• Strong writing and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of litigation cases.
• Drafting and filing pleadings, discovery, motions, and memoranda.
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process.
• Coordinate with expert witnesses for reports and affidavits.
• Attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances.

Skills

Client communication

Litigation management

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. / Juris Doctor

Job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice of plaintiff's lawyers and supporting case staff in our office in Houston, Texas. The Litigation Attorney will handle motor vehicle liability / automobile accident cases in litigation representing plaintiffs in Houston and surrounding areas in Texas. The lawyer's responsibilities will be focused on litigating cases, including trial prep and trial, but will not have to generally handle pre-suit matters. Our law firm's generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, non-recoverable draw, and standard commission fees / bonuses, as well as a full benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of litigation cases
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memoranda
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualifications

• Law degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the State Bar Association in TX
• Ideally 3+ years of Personal Injury / auto liability / MVA experience
• Ability to manage high volume of litigation cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.