Remote Briefing Attorney JN -102025-166719

Goodwin Recruiting • Houston, TX, US

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Remote Briefing Attorney to join our nationally recognized team. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong foundation in personal injury litigation legal research , and motion practice . The position supports Houston-based trial teams and offers the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the United States. Must have Civil litigation experience.

Key Responsibilities

Assist trial teams in preparing personal injury cases from case intake to trial or settlement.
Draft persuasive briefs, including :

Oppositions to defense motions

Affirmative motions

Complex demand letters

Trial briefs (as needed during live proceedings)

Conduct thorough legal research and jurisdictional analysis, primarily in Texas and Louisiana, with some nationwide cases.

Collaborate with attorneys and litigation staff to maintain case momentum and meet deadlines.

Attend trials 2–4 times per year to support live briefing needs (travel required).

Work independently and manage multiple writing and research assignments simultaneously.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Active member in good standing with any U.S. state bar.

Minimum of 2 years of post-law school experience in civil litigation or 1 year in a judicial clerkship.

Demonstrated excellence in legal writing, motion drafting, and research.

Strong familiarity with Texas and federal court rules; Louisiana experience is a plus.

Plaintiff-side personal injury experience.

High attention to detail and the ability to handle time-sensitive matters.

Comfortable using Microsoft Office 365; experience with Filevine, SharePoint, OneDrive, or Microsoft Teams is a plus.

Work Environment & Compensation

Remote work.

Occasional travel to Houston is required for meetings or trials.

This is a full-time position with a choice between W-2 employment or 1099 contract structure.

Highly competitive pay structure, reflective of experience and qualifications.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table.

JOB ID

166719 #post

Sinead Tierney

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$160,000 - $170,000

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