Plaintiff's Personal Injury Associate

Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a role where your work genuinely changes lives — you'll advocate for real people navigating some of their toughest moments
• Join a tight-knit, collegial litigation team that values creativity, collaboration, and results over bureaucracy
• Work at a firm that handles high-stakes matters and gives associates real responsibility — not just doc review
• Receive mentorship from experienced litigators with deep trial and commercial backgrounds
• Earn performance-based bonuses tied to your impact and contributions
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package including health insurance, 401(k), life insurance, and complimentary parking
• Build your litigation career in a firm culture that rewards hard work, sharp thinking, and genuine client commitment

Location: This is a fully on-site role based in the Memorial area of Houston, TX — a premier professional corridor with easy access and free parking provided. If you thrive in a collaborative office environment where cases move fast and the team is truly invested in each other's success, you'll fit right in here.

Note: Applicants must be licensed and in good standing with the Texas Bar and have at least 2 years of civil litigation experience, with plaintiff's personal injury experience strongly preferred. Applications without Texas Bar licensure will not be considered.

About Us

We are a dynamic civil litigation and corporate law firm headquartered in Houston, TX. Our litigation team takes on complex, high-stakes matters in state and federal courts across Texas and beyond — and we approach every case with creativity, tenacity, and a commitment to results. Our attorneys come from diverse backgrounds including public service, large law firms, and boutique practices, giving our team a rare depth of perspective. We're selective about who we work with and how we work, and that's exactly what makes this a place where exceptional attorneys thrive. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage plaintiff-side personal injury cases from intake all the way through resolution, owning each matter with a high degree of autonomy
• Draft and refine pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses with precision and persuasive force
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare detailed case evaluations to guide strategy
• Take and defend depositions, building the factual record that wins cases
• Appear at hearings, mediations, and trials — this is a courtroom-forward role for attorneys who want real exposure
• Communicate directly and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, medical providers, and expert witnesses
• Partner with lead attorneys on damages development, case strategy, and settlement negotiations
• Collaborate closely with partners, paralegals, and support staff to keep active litigation moving efficiently

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience; plaintiff's personal injury background strongly preferred
• Licensed and in active good standing with the Texas Bar
• Strong written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability in motion practice and discovery
• Proven ability to manage an independent caseload and meet competing deadlines
• Experience taking and defending depositions
• Trial experience is a plus and will be viewed favorably
• High professional standards, strong work ethic, and a client-first mindset

Why You Will Love Working Here

This is a firm where your work is seen, your growth is supported, and your clients are truly served. You won't get lost in a large firm hierarchy — you'll have direct access to experienced trial attorneys who are invested in your development. Cases here are substantive, the team is collaborative without being competitive, and the culture values results and creativity over formality. If you're a driven litigator who wants to do meaningful work in a high-performing, collegial environment, this is a place where you can build something.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance