Plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer

Job Overview:
A highly respected plaintiff-side personal injury law firm located in Houston's Galleria area is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join its litigation team. This position is ideal for a motivated attorney with a strong background in handling catastrophic injury cases. The firm offers an exceptional opportunity for professional and financial growth in a collaborative and high-performance environment. The successful candidate will manage a robust caseload, take cases from inception through trial, and contribute meaningfully to obtaining justice for seriously injured clients.

Location:

• Houston, Texas

Duties:

• Manage a docket of 60–80 active personal injury cases with minimal supervision

• Draft and file petitions, motions, and discovery documents

• Take and defend depositions, including experts, fact witnesses, and corporate representatives

• Supervise client medical treatment and manage litigation deadlines

• Attend and argue motions in state and federal courts

• Represent clients at mediations, hearings, and trial

• Prepare complex motions and trial briefs

• Contribute to strategy for case resolution and verdict preparation

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of experience in personal injury litigation (plaintiff or defense)

• Comfortable independently managing high-volume caseloads

• Strong trial skills; first-chair trial experience is highly preferred

• Demonstrated experience with written discovery, depositions, and motion practice

• Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment

• Commitment to client advocacy and achieving top results

• Strong leadership and case management abilities

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license and in good standing with the Texas State Bar

Skills:

• Advanced legal research and writing

• Verbal advocacy and courtroom presence

• Strategic litigation planning

• Case evaluation and resolution

• Interpersonal communication and client relations

• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize across a heavy caseload

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with catastrophic injury cases including trucking, oilfield, maritime, and wrongful death claims

• Prior judicial clerkship, particularly with appellate courts, is a plus

• Trial experience in both state and federal court

Benefits:

• Significant performance-based bonus potential (may match or exceed salary)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Relocation assistance

• Opportunity to litigate high-stakes, high-value cases

• Collaborative and high-achieving firm culture

• 10-hour shift schedule, full-time role