Associate Attorney

PSI

$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active Texas Bar license required
  • Experience in handling Texas personal injury cases through litigation and trial is preferred, but not mandatory
  • Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a legal setting
  • Demonstrated capability to evaluate cases and develop litigation strategy
  • Strong courtroom presence and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a litigation team of 4-6 attorneys and support staff
  • Guide case strategy from pre-litigation stages through trial or settlement
  • Conduct regular case strategy reviews to ensure aggressive and efficient case development
  • Mentor junior attorneys in trial preparation, deposition practice, and negotiation strategies
  • Ensure thorough preparation of cases for trial when necessary
  • Review case pleadings, discovery, and evaluations completed by team attorneys
  • Assist with complex litigation issues and high-value case preparations
  • Foster a culture emphasizing accountability, professional growth, and outstanding client service

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development opportunities
  • Flexible Work From Home policy
Full Job Description
Growing Law Firm is seeking a proven trial attorney to lead and develop a team of litigators at our offices in Dallas

This leadership role oversees a team of 4-6 attorneys and their litigation staff while guiding case strategy from intake through trial or resolution. Our firm invests heavily in litigation and prepares every case as though it will go to trial. Attorney Managers play a critical role in maintaining that standard while mentoring the next generation of trial lawyers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of 4-6 litigation attorneys and their support staff
  • Guide case strategy from pre-litigation through trial or settlement
  • Conduct regular case strategy reviews and ensure cases are developed aggressively and efficiently
  • Mentor junior attorneys in deposition practice, motion practice, negotiation strategy, and trial preparation
  • Ensure cases are thoroughly prepared and positioned for trial when necessary
  • Review pleadings, discovery, and case evaluations prepared by team attorneys
  • Assist attorneys with complex litigation issues, high-value cases, and trial preparation
  • Maintain high standards for client communication, case progression, and legal work product
  • Foster a culture of accountability, professional development, and exceptional client service


Requirements
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active Texas Bar license required
  • Prefer handling Texas personal injury cases from intake through litigation and trial but open.
  • Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience
  • Proven ability to evaluate cases, develop litigation strategy, and guide attorneys through complex litigation
  • Excellent courtroom presence, negotiation skills, and litigation judgment

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Work From Home

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