Senior Trial Attorney - Personal Injury

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Trial Attorney in Houston, TX to join their litigation team. The role involves managing a docket of high-value motor vehicle accident cases, primarily commercial, and taking them through jury trial and verdict when necessary. The attorney will oversee litigation case managers and handle cases valued between $250,000 and over $1,000,000.

Duties

• Serve as first-chair or co-chair trial attorney on jury trials.
• Independently manage cases escalated to litigation and trial.
• Develop trial strategy and case themes.
• Manage complex litigation cases through trial.
• Draft and argue advanced motions.
• Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Prepare cases for mediation and trial.
• Maintain regular interactions with expert witnesses.
• Identify high-value cases for litigation and oversee appropriate work up.
• Develop strategies to increase case value.
• Oversee the completion of necessary inspections and evidence collection by retained experts.
• Collaborate with the intake department and associate attorneys on case evaluation.
• Lead negotiations in complex cases.
• Conduct mediations and settlement conferences.
• Evaluate settlement vs trial value.
• Work collaboratively with trial attorneys as peers.
• Guide associate attorneys on case development.
• Partner with legal staff for trial readiness.
• Maintain strong client relationships.
• Prepare clients for depositions and trial.
• Communicate strategy and expectations clearly.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.).
• Active Texas State Bar license.
• 10+ years of personal injury litigation experience (motor vehicle accidents).
• Jury trial experience required.
• Strong litigation and advocacy skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Certifications

• Active Texas State Bar license

Skills

• Strong litigation and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage complex cases
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Effective communication and client management

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Health benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support