Law & Motions Attorney (personal injury)
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Position : Law & Motions Attorney (Personal Injury) - Remote
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Law & Motions Attorney to join a high-volume personal injury practice. This role focuses on complex motion practice, dispositive motions, writs, and appeals. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in legal research, persuasive writing, and oral argument, with deep familiarity with civil procedure, trial practice, and appellate law. This attorney will work closely with litigation and trial teams to ensure cases are trial-ready, strategically postured, and protected for appeal.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, research, and argue substantive motions in personal injury matters, including :
Motions for summary judgment
Motions to strike / exclude expertsMotions to compel and discovery-related motionsMotions in limineResponses and replies to opposing motionsAssist trial teams with jury charge issues, preservation of error, and appellate strategyHandle post-trial motions (JNOVs, motions for new trial, remittitur, etc.)Draft and argue interlocutory and appellate briefs in state and federal courtsProvide guidance to litigation teams on strategic motion practice to strengthen case value and posture for settlement or trialConduct advanced legal research on complex tort, civil procedure, and evidentiary issuesCollaborate with trial attorneys to ensure all cases are trial and appeal ready, with proper preservation of objections and issuesTrain and mentor junior attorneys on best practices for legal writing and motion practiceQualifications
J.D. from an accredited law schoolLicensed to practice law in Texas; federal admissions preferredMinimum 12 years of litigation and appellate experience, ideally in personal injury, torts, or complex civil litigationProven record of success in drafting and arguing dispositive motions and appealsExceptional legal research and persuasive writing skillsStrong knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Texas Rules of Evidence, and Texas appellate practiceAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume docket environmentRole Fit
This position is ideal for a strategic thinker and exceptional writer / oral advocate who prefers to focus on motion practice and appellate work rather than managing a client docket day-to-day. The Law & Motions Attorney will support the litigation team, allowing trial lawyers to focus on advocacy in court while ensuring all legal arguments are meticulously drafted and preserved.
Compensation
Competitive base salary (dependent on experience)Bonus opportunities tied to litigation success and appellate resultsStandard benefits (PTO, health, retirement where applicable)J-18808-Ljbffr