Lead Trial Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Lead Trial Attorney to join their team in Austin, TX. This position offers the opportunity to handle personal injury cases from intake through verdict, working closely with clients to provide exceptional service throughout the legal process. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation experience, preferably with plaintiff or defense side personal injury cases, and demonstrate expertise in drafting motions and developing persuasive legal strategies. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Job Overview:

• Handle personal injury cases from intake through verdict
• Draft and respond to motions, demonstrating a deep understanding of legal principles and procedures
• Work closely with clients, building strong relationships and providing exceptional client service throughout the legal process
• Utilize substantial knowledge of TRCP (Texas Rules of Civil Procedure) and Rules of Evidence to develop persuasive legal strategies

Duties:

• Draft and respond to motions
• Work closely with clients, providing exceptional service
• Utilize knowledge of TRCP and Rules of Evidence to develop legal strategies
• Take and defend depositions
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and support staff
• Work collaboratively with support staff
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus

Requirements:

• 5 years of litigation experience
• 1 year of plaintiff or defense side personal injury litigation experience is preferred
• Jury Trial experience
• Licensed and in good standing with the Texas, Arizona, Colorado, or New Mexico State Bar
• Strong experience in drafting and responding to motions
• Demonstrated ability to work with clients
• Adept knowledge of TRCP and Rules of Evidence
• Ambition and passion, coupled with a relentless work ethic
• Ability to receive feedback and criticism
• Excellent organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work collaboratively with support staff
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus

Education/Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with the Texas, Arizona, Colorado, or New Mexico State Bar

Skills:

• Litigation experience
• Jury trial experience
• Drafting and responding to motions
• Client relationship management
• Knowledge of TRCP and Rules of Evidence
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Organizational skills
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus

Benefits:

• Ability to work remotely one day a week
• Opportunities for ongoing training and mentoring
• Opportunities to advance and grow within the firm
• Contingency fee referral bonus opportunities
• Paid time off (20 days) and 10 paid holidays
• IRA plan with company contribution (up to 3% match)
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (90% of Medical covered by the firm)
• Paid parental leave

This law firm focuses on cases related to family or personal injury law. Their areas of practice include divorce, visitation rights, military divorce, father's rights, adoption, child custody, wrongful death, and insurance claims. The firm is located in Austin, TX.