Attorney

Arnold & Itkin LLP•Houston, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Arnold & Itkin LLP (“AI”) is seeking driven, self-motivated, and detail-oriented attorneys to work in our Houston office supporting our trial teams on high-profile cases across the country. AI is one of the top trial firms in the U.S. with offices in Houston, Texas; Dallas, Texas; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; and Midland. AI has recovered billions of dollars for its clients and set records across the country with verdicts and settlements in nearly every state. The firm handles life-changing, industry-shaking cases and seeks to achieve justice for real people by working hard and winning for clients.

Requirements

Member in good standing of any state bar.
Minimum of three years’ post law school experience at a civil law firm or one year in a judicial clerkship.
Excellent oral communication, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
Mastery of the English language (verbal and written).
Ability to work independently and as a team, effectively and efficiently, without significant supervision.
Ability to track, prioritize, and complete multiple concurrent assignments with precision and on time.
Strong attention to detail.
Thrive on obtaining favorable results.
Exhibit professionalism by adhering to all firm policies, security measures, and confidentiality requirements.
Willing and available to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends as needed to accommodate caseload demands and court deadlines.
Proficiency with Office 365 suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, along with the use of contemporary technology in law practice.
Plaintiff Personal Injury experience
Civil Litigation (Required)
Hiring Experts
Communication with clients on a regular basis
Knowledge of Texas state and federal court laws
Knowledge of cases from start to finish.
Substantial experience writing/researching briefs, motions, responses.
J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
Valid driver’s license
Auto Insurance

Nice To Haves

Filevine, SharePoint, OneDrive, and TEAMS experience preferred but not required.
Knowledge of Filevine (Preferred)

Responsibilities

With assigned Houston trial team, work up cases from file to trial, or file to settlement.
Learn rules and law in varied jurisdictions (60% of cases in Texas, 20% Louisiana, 20% elsewhere).
Work closely with trial team to represent various clients in complex civil proceedings.
Attend and lead depositions.
Draft motions, briefs, and complex demand letters.
Draft affirmative motions.
Attend trial as needed, 2-4 times a year (travel required).