Personal Injury Associate Attorney
About The Position
The Law Offices of Roderick C. White is hiring a Personal Injury Associate Attorney to advocate for injured clients and manage a personal injury caseload from pre-litigation through litigation and resolution. The attorney will work collaboratively with experienced attorneys and support staff, take ownership of cases, and develop litigation skills. Attorneys interested in cross-training may have opportunities to handle family law or criminal defense matters as their caseload and interests develop. The role offers meaningful responsibility, a pipeline of personal injury cases, mentorship, modern case-management technology, and potential growth into leadership roles.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active Texas Bar license and good standing.
- 1–3 years of personal injury or civil litigation experience.
- Excellent negotiation and litigation skills.
- Strong legal writing, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional organization and time management.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Client-first mindset and commitment to excellence.
Nice To Haves
- Spanish fluency is highly preferred.
- Interest in growing into a second practice area, such as family law or criminal defense.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and related negligence claims.
- Manage cases from pre-litigation through litigation and resolution.
- Develop legal strategies to maximize client outcomes.
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement demands.
- Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
- Take and defend depositions, and attend mediations, hearings, and trials as needed.
- Maintain proactive communication with clients throughout their cases.
- Collaborate with support staff to ensure efficient case progression and an exceptional client experience.
- For attorneys interested in expanding their practice, take on family law or criminal defense matters as caseload and interests develop.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer matching.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Competitive starting salary of $85,000–$120,000.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and paid time off.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Complimentary meals and workplace amenities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
