Associate Attorney - Litigation

McCraw Law Group•McKinney, TX

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Attorney - Litigation is responsible for prosecuting litigated personal injury matters by executing disciplined discovery, medical and expert development, and trial preparation to maximize client recovery while protecting firm risk and reputation. The mission is to move cases from litigation transfer through resolution by executing strong discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation in close partnership with leadership and legal support teams. The ideal candidate understands the role, wants the responsibility, and has the skills, time, and energy to execute it at a high level. The firm operates on Core Values (HECTOR): Hungry (taking on tough challenges to win), Execute (taking action with urgency and passion), Compassion (caring for clients and team members), Team Over Self (advancing the team), Ownership (taking responsibility for results), and Do the RIGHT thing (every time). The most critical outcome for this role is that cases are prepared, defended, and resolved with strong discovery, expert support, and trial readiness, protecting case value and client outcomes with minimal risk or rework. Key focus areas include discovery and deadline discipline, trial and mediation readiness, clean and defensible case files, proactive medical and expert development, consistent communication and documentation, early identification of risks, and alignment with firm strategy and valuation standards set by the Director and CLO. Success in this role requires the individual to perform essential duties and meet performance expectations, possessing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) and active Texas Bar license in good standing.
Strong understanding of discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
Ability to manage deadlines, documentation, and multiple cases.
Strong communication and analytical skills.
Proficiency with case management systems and legal technology.
Deep alignment with McCraw Law Group’s Core Values (HECTOR).
A commitment to maintaining a positive office environment and strict adherence to the firm's "Zero Tolerance" policy regarding office gossip, drama, or behavior that negatively affects office morale or individual employees.

Nice To Haves

3+ years experience in civil litigation or personal injury litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of litigated personal injury matters from transfer through settlement, mediation, or trial.
Drive medical record development, expert coordination, and treatment documentation to support damages and liability.
Monitor lien exposure and case economics to protect recovery.
Conduct written discovery, depositions, and motion practice in accordance with firm strategy and court rules.
Prepare cases for mediation and trial, including witness preparation, exhibit development, and trial strategy support.
Develop case strategy in partnership with the Litigation Attorney Manager and Director of Litigation.
Do not set final MSV or settlement authority independently.
Escalate high-risk, high-value, or complex matters for leadership approval.
Support Intake, Pre-Litigation, and Litigation leadership in screening complex or litigated leads as requested.
Participate in consultations when needed to reinforce confidence in the firm’s litigation posture.
Work closely with paralegals, file clerks, and legal assistants to ensure timely filings, discovery responses, and trial preparation.
Provide clear direction and legal guidance to support staff assigned to cases.
Maintain complete, organized, and defensible case files.
Prepare cases for mediation, trial, or resolution without documentation gaps or deadline risk.
Protect the firm by meeting all court deadlines, statutes of limitation, ethical requirements, and firm policies.
Maintain professional conduct with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.