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Senior Trial Attorney - Personal Injury

Type Full-Time

Location Texas - Dallas

Job ID SV0U421656

Experience Level Councel/Income Partner

Job Experience Min. 10 Years

Ranking 2 : Consumer and/or Business $$

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Firm Salary-Tend to Be on Lower End in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Insurance Plaintiffs - GeneralPersonal Injury PlaintiffsLitigation - Mediation

2026-06-10 01:21:28

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

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