Litigation Attorney

Cesar Ornelas Law is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to manage personal injury matters from filing through settlement or trial. This role is suited to a self-directed advocate who exercises sound legal judgment develops effective case strategies communicates clearly with clients and takes ownership of outcomes.

Since 2021 Cesar Ornelas Law has expanded across Texas and New Mexico while remaining focused on exceptional representation responsive client service and the pursuit of justice. Our offices are located in San Antonio El Paso Dallas Houston Midland Hobbs Santa Fe and Española.

Our most important focus is the Person in Personal Injury.

We believe clients deserve both outstanding legal representation and an exceptional experience throughout their case. Our attorneys serve as strong advocates strategic thinkers and trusted advisors.

We value integrity accountability teamwork ownership and a relentless pursuit of justice. We welcome professionals who take pride in their work value collaboration and want to make a meaningful difference in a growing organization.

The Litigation Attorney will lead an active caseload through resolution while meeting all ethical procedural and firm requirements.

Own a caseload of personal injury matters from filing through settlement resolution or trial.

Assess liability damages exposure settlement value and trial potential; develop and execute a strategy aligned with each clients objectives.

Draft review and file pleadings motions discovery briefs notices and other litigation documents.

Lead written discovery and take or defend depositions of parties witnesses medical providers and experts.

Prepare for and represent clients at hearings mediations conferences depositions and other proceedings.

Negotiate effectively with insurance carriers defense attorneys and opposing counsel.

Prepare matters for trial including witnesses exhibits motions in limine jury selection and courtroom presentation.

Communicate proactively with clients about strategy developments expectations and case status.

Coordinate with pre-litigation attorneys paralegals case managers legal assistants and other team members to ensure effective case transitions and execution.

Maintain accurate case records satisfy deadlines identify risks and opportunities and keep matters progressing efficiently.

Contribute to case reviews and provide guidance to junior attorneys and support staff as appropriate.

Comply with all ethical obligations court rules continuing legal education requirements and firm policies.

Deep knowledge of personal injury litigation and applicable procedural rules.

Excellent legal research writing analysis and case-evaluation skills.

Persuasive oral advocacy confident courtroom presence and strong negotiation skills.

Sound legal judgment and the ability to make timely strategic decisions.

Strong organization and attention to detail when managing multiple cases priorities and deadlines.

Clear empathetic client communication and a commitment to an exceptional client experience.

Professionalism accountability initiative and effective collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Active license to practice law in Texas and good standing with all applicable continuing legal education requirements.

Demonstrated personal injury litigation experience including discovery depositions hearings and settlement negotiations.

Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload and meet court and procedural deadlines.

Strong legal research writing advocacy case-management and technology skills.

Three or more years of personal injury litigation experience.

Trial experience.

Experience with legal case-management systems; Salesforce experience is a plus.

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.