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Litigation Associate Attorney: Houston and Dallas...

Hire Counsel, Houston, Texas, United States,


Litigation Associate Attorney: Houston and DallasQualifications

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law schoolAdmission to the Texas State Bar6-8 years litigation experience3-5 years transportation and personal injury defense litigation experienceStrong research and writing skillsExcellent oral communication and negotiation skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong organizational and time management skillsWillingness to work long hours and travel when necessaryThis position may require sitting or standing for long periods of time, as well as frequent use of a computer and other office equipmentResponsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis regarding transportation and personal injury law issuesDraft pleadings, motions, and discovery requestsPrepare for depositions, conduct them, and defend themPrepare for hearings and trials, attend them, and effectively represent clients at themCommunicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnelParticipate in case strategy discussions and negotiationsManage case files and maintain accurate and organized recordsAttend continuing legal education courses regarding transportation and personal injury lawBenefits

Salary: $120,000-$150,000 (depending upon experience)In addition to salary, a hired attorney is eligible for a yearly bonusAttorneys are also eligible to receive 10% of their origination collections (or a shared percentage of no greater than 10% if originations are split among various attorneys)Benefits: Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following the date of hireThe firm offers health insurance (PPO and HSA options, including firm contribution); a 401(k) plan with both pre-tax and Roth options (and discretionary 401k matching); vision, dental, and other ancillary benefits; up to $50,000 life insurance at no cost with option to purchase supplemental life coverageThe firm benefits plan also allows employees to fund certain unreimbursed Medical Expenses and Dependent Care/Elderly Care Expenses on a pre-tax basis through payroll deductionsLitigation Associate Attorney: Houston and Dallas (Trucking/Personal Injury Defense) job at Hire Counsel. Texas.We are working with a well-established Texas law firm to find two senior litigation associate attorneys, one for its Houston office and one for its Dallas office, having eight (8) years of litigation experience and transportation and personal injury defense backgrounds. The successful candidates will work closely with the firm’s partners and clients on complex and challenging litigation matters in both state and federal courts.Equal Opportunity Employer: The proferring firm is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.Candidates may apply to this position on LinkedIn, the Hire Counsel website, or by direct e-mail to dadler@hirecounsel.com.

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