Associate Attorney - Personal Injury and Construction Defect Litigation

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Litigation Attorney

Job Type : Full-time

Schedule : Monday to Friday

Salary : 110k+ depending upon experience

Work Location : In person

Job Description

Adecco is proud to partner with a midsized downtown Dallas Law Firm that is seeking an associate attorney to work on personal injury and construction defect matters.

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in similar areas.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of litigating personal injury and construction defect cases, including written discovery, depositions, hearings, and trials.

Draft legal briefs, pleadings, appeals, status reports, and other necessary legal documentation.

Conduct legal research and analyze legal sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions, and legal codes.

Formulate legal strategies and manage an active docket.

Appear in court for hearings and trials.

Collaborate with other attorneys and team members on legal matters.

Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Minimum Qualifications

JD degree from an accredited law school.

Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.

3 to 5 years of prior experience in practicing law, particularly in civil litigation focusing on construction and / or personal injury defense.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Experience in handling a large volume of cases in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to manage a caseload independently and responsibly.

Some travel may be required.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed in an office environment and involves everyday risks or discomforts, requiring normal safety precautions.

Frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.

Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required, as well as extended and unscheduled work hours to meet caseload demand.

Benefits

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, and tele-health and patient advocacy service.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Paid time off available immediately.

Paid garage parking or DART pass reimbursement.

401(k) with employer match.

Short-term and long-term disability insurance, AD&D, and life insurance.

If you are interested in this position, please apply!

Pay Details : 110,000.00 to 135,000.00 per year

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