Senior Trial Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Trial Attorney for a full-time, on-site position in North Dallas, Texas. The attorney will manage all aspects of case management, focusing on medical malpractice and wrongful death cases, and collaborate with the legal team to achieve outstanding results.

Duties

• Handle case management, including drafting motions and conducting legal research.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, trials, and depositions.
• Interact directly with clients and experts.
• Oversee case strategy and advocate in court.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in medical malpractice trial law.
• Proven experience with Plaintiff's-side depositions of physicians; must provide transcripts.
• Extensive experience with trials and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong research, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong research and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• Bonus system based on trial outcomes.
• Paid healthcare insurance.
• FSA / HSA options.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life insurance.
• PTO / vacation.
• Paid annual dues for State Bar and relevant trial association memberships.

For those with personal injury needs, this law firm seeks to advance their clients' needs. Their areas of practice include birth injury, medical malpractice, defective drugs, and motor vehicle accidents. The firm is located in Texas.