Associate Attorney

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious, sharp, and values-driven Associate Attorney to join our tight-knit litigation team. In this role, you will take meaningful ownership of a diverse plaintiff's docket, navigating clients through the legal process step-by-step from initial intake through trial or resolution. Because our practice uniquely intersects personal injury and employment law (often representing clients facing job issues after an injury), you will develop a sophisticated, holistic litigation skill set that sets you apart.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Advocacy & Strategy: Manage an active litigation caseload encompassing serious personal injury, wrongful death, and employment law disputes.
• Courtroom & Trial Prep: Draft high-caliber pleadings, substantive motions, and targeted discovery requests. Conduct and defend depositions, argue motions in court, and actively participate in trial preparation and execution.
• Client Champion: Serve as a compassionate, communicative advocate for our clients, guiding them through stressful times with clear legal strategies and empathetic counsel.
• Negotiations & Damages Assessment: Formulate comprehensive demand packages, calculate economic/non-economic damages, and represent clients in high-stakes mediations and settlement discussions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Credentials: J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in the State of Texas (dual licensure in New Mexico is a significant plus).
• Experience: 2-8 years of civil litigation experience preferred. Experience in plaintiff-side personal injury or labor & employment law is highly preferred, but strong litigation instincts and a desire to be a true trial lawyer are paramount.
• Bilingual Capability: Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish (Se Habla Español) is also preferred to effectively serve our border community and diverse client base.
• Mindset: A strict standard of professional ethics, a strong work ethic, and a deep-seated passion for holding lawbreakers accountable to make our community safer.

What We Offer

• Elite Mentorship: Direct, hands-on guidance from a Yale and UT Austin Law alumnus and recognized leader in the State Bar of Texas Labor & Employment section.
• Competitive Compensation: Base salary competitive with boutique litigation firms, plus a performance bonus structure tied to overall firm success.
• Courtroom Footprint: Direct opportunities for courtroom advocacy and trial exposure far exceeding what is offered at traditional defense firms.
• Firm Culture: A collaborative, professional, and family-oriented environment centered on integrity, mutual respect, and client triumph.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Pay

$80,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Schedule

Work Location: In person