Lead Trial Lawyer

Zinda Law Group, PLLC

$500K+*
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience in a relevant field.
  • Preferably have at least 1 year experience in personal injury litigation (plaintiff or defense).
  • Experience in jury trials is essential.
  • Must be licensed and in good standing with the Texas, Arizona, Colorado, or New Mexico State Bar.
  • Strong skills in drafting and responding to legal motions.

Responsibilities

  • Handle personal injury cases from initial intake to final verdict.
  • Draft and respond to legal motions with a strong understanding of legal principles.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients throughout the legal process.
  • Develop persuasive legal strategies using knowledge of TRCP and Rules of Evidence.
  • Embrace feedback and show willingness to learn for continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Signing Bonus and Relocation Package available.
  • Remote work flexibility (one day a week).
  • Access to ongoing training and mentoring opportunities.
  • Pathways for advancement within the firm.
  • Contingency fee referral bonus opportunities.
  • Generous paid time off (20 days) plus 10 paid holidays.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with full coverage for medical.
  • Paid parental leave for new parents.
  • Team-building activities and a positive company culture.
Full Job Description
Signing Bonus and Relocation Package available for applicable candidates!

As an elite Lead Trial Lawyer, you will have the opportunity to become a top litigator making $3-4 million in fees yearly and work on small docket of cases giving you the ability to deliver the highest level of service. We are looking for someone who can follow a play book but at the same time be innovative. If you are organized, disciplined and aggressive - we invite you to apply!

Responsibilities:
  • Handle personal injury cases from intake through verdict;
  • Draft and respond to motions, demonstrating a deep understanding of legal principles and procedures;
  • Work closely with clients, building strong relationships and providing exceptional client service throughout the legal process;
  • Utilize your substantial knowledge of TRCP (Texas Rules of Civil Procedure) and Rules of Evidence to develop persuasive legal strategies


Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience;
  • At least 1 year of plaintiff or defense side personal injury litigation experience is preferred;
  • Jury Trial experience;
  • Licensed and in good standing with the Texas, Arizona, Colorado, or New Mexico State Bar.
  • Strong experience in drafting and responding to motions;
  • Demonstrated ability to work with clients;
  • Adept knowledge of TRCP and Rules of Evidence;
  • Ambition and passion, coupled with a relentless work ethic;
  • Ability to receive feedback and criticism;
  • Excellent organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work collaboratively with support staff;
  • Experience taking and defending depositions;
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus.


Compensation and Benefits:
  • Very competitive base pay (depending on experience) + uncapped bonus potential;
  • Ability to work remotely one day a week;
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and mentoring;
  • Opportunities to advance and grow within the firm;
  • Contingency fee referral bonus opportunities;
  • Paid time off (20 days) and 10 paid holidays;
  • IRA plan with company contribution (up to 3% match);
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance (100% of Medical covered by the firm);
  • Paid parental leave.


Company Comradery: Weekly Bonus Award, Team Building, Firm Paid Happy Hours, Charity Drives, Team Lunches, Catered Lunch on Thursdays, Breakfast Tacos on Mondays, and Annual Holiday Party in Austin, TX.

Firm Philosophy: We firmly uphold the value of every individual within our team, ensuring they have the chance to build a rewarding career both financially and personally. Our firm's structure is designed to offer exceptional prospects for growth and advancement to our attorneys. From the initial intake to final verdict, each attorney at our firm handles cases, benefiting from continuous training and guidance from our exceptional team. At Zinda Law Group, every team member leaves at the end of the day with the satisfaction of knowing they have diligently served our clients and positively impacted the lives of others. Join us, and experience a remarkable work environment at our law firm.

Our core principles are:
  1. Excellence Always;
  2. Only the Best;
  3. Failure is Not an Option;
  4. We All Take Out the Trash;
  5. Run the Firm Like a Business.


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