Description
The Francis Firm in Southlake, Texas, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Litigation Attorney to join our personal injury litigation legal team. In this role, you will lead and manage a wide range of personal injury litigation cases for a small but well established personal injury litigation law firm with a strong familial environment .
Duties
Manage all phases of litigation, from initial case assessment through trial and appeal, ensuring thorough preparation and strategic execution
Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and other legal documents with precision and clarity
Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes
Collaborate with clients to understand their goals and provide expert advice on personal injury matters
Perform detailed legal research on complex issues involving personal injury litigation strategies
Maintain case files, court documents, correspondence, and case progress in the firm’s legal administrative systems
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in relevant jurisdictions
Proven experience in litigation with a strong understanding of courtroom procedures and legal protocols
Familiarity and experience with depositions, mediation and court hearings.
Prior personal injury trial experience is a plus.
Proficiency in legal research platforms such as LexisNexis for comprehensive case analysis
Excellent writing skills for drafting clear and persuasive legal documents
Strong negotiation skills to facilitate settlements and client advocacy
Prior experience in a law office setting with exposure to legal research and administrative tasks related to litigation processes
Join our team to leverage your litigation expertise in a vibrant environment where your skills will directly influence positive outcomes for clients. We value proactive problem-solving combined with meticulous attention to detail.
Requirements
Litigation: 3 years (Required)
