Appellate and Personal Injury Attorney (Houston)

A leading Personal Injury Law Firm is seeking a skilled and experienced appellate attorney to join their team in Houston. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in appellate practice, exceptional legal research and writing skills, and a strong understanding of personal injury law. This role involves handling appeals for complex personal injury cases, ensuring that justice is achieved for their clients at the appellate level!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Handle all aspects of appellate litigation, including drafting briefs, motion, and petitions for review.
• Analyze trial records and identify appealable issues in personal injury cases.
• Present oral arguments before appellate courts.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys to preserve issues for appeal during the litigation process.
• Conduct in-depth legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to personal injury appeals.
• Advise clients on the likelihood of success on appeal and provide strategic recommendations.
• Monitor and interpret relevant appellate court decisions, staying current on trends in personal injury appellate law.
• Work on post-trial motions and provide consultation on trial strategies to avoid appellate pitfalls.
• Coordinate with other members of the firm to ensure the highest quality of legal services.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the Texas State Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in appellate law, preferably in personal injury cases.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law, civil procedure, and appellate procedure.
• Proven track record of successful appellate work.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple appeals concurrently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with appellate litigation at both state and federal levels.
• Published appellate decisions or briefs.
• Knowledge of trial strategy and experience working closely with trial attorneys.

Compensation & Benefits:

• The firm provides a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and performance bonuses!