Senior Defense Litigation Associate
About the Job:
We are seeking high-performance legal professionals with 8 years of personal injury defense litigation experience particularly in defending commercial trucking companies. We offer both in-office and remote work opportunities with flexible compensation packages.
Critical Success Traits:
Accountability
- Take full ownership of cases decisions and outcomes.
- Acknowledge and address mistakes promptly.
- Proactively solve problems before escalation.
- Accept and implement constructive feedback.
Communication Excellence
- Overcommunicate and document case-related information thoroughly.
- Maintain open dialogue about workload and capacity.
- Flag potential issues early.
Emotional Intelligence & Stress Management
- Demonstrate exceptional emotional control in high-pressure situations.
- Maintain composure during demanding deadlines and challenging cases.
- Navigate contentious situations strategically.
Performance Expectations
- Maintain intensive workload while delivering superior work products.
- Take complete case ownership with minimal supervision.
- Commit to client service excellence.
- Willingness to travel throughout Texas.
Core Requirements:
- 8 years of substantial personal injury defense litigation experience.
- Significant experience defending commercial motor carriers.
- Proven track record of managing complex defense cases from inception through resolution.
- Leadership experience in depositions hearings and mediations.
- Texas Bar admission and current Texas residence.