Appellate and Personal Injury Attorney (Houston)

DFM & Associates
TX, United States
Full-time

A leading Personal Injury Law Firm is seeking a skilled and experienced appellate attorney to join their team in Houston.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in appellate practice, exceptional legal research and writing skills, and a strong understanding of personal injury law.

This role involves handling appeals for complex personal injury cases, ensuring that justice is achieved for their clients at the appellate level!

Duties & Responsibilities :

  • Handle all aspects of appellate litigation, including drafting briefs, motion, and petitions for review.
  • Analyze trial records and identify appealable issues in personal injury cases.
  • Present oral arguments before appellate courts.
  • Collaborate with trial attorneys to preserve issues for appeal during the litigation process.
  • Conduct in-depth legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to personal injury appeals.
  • Advise clients on the likelihood of success on appeal and provide strategic recommendations.
  • Monitor and interpret relevant appellate court decisions, staying current on trends in personal injury appellate law.
  • Work on post-trial motions and provide consultation on trial strategies to avoid appellate pitfalls.
  • Coordinate with other members of the firm to ensure the highest quality of legal services.

Qualifications :

  • J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active and in good standing with the Texas State Bar.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in appellate law, preferably in personal injury cases.
  • Strong knowledge of personal injury law, civil procedure, and appellate procedure.
  • Proven track record of successful appellate work.
  • Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple appeals concurrently.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with appellate litigation at both state and federal levels.
  • Published appellate decisions or briefs.
  • Knowledge of trial strategy and experience working closely with trial attorneys.

Compensation & Benefits :

  • The firm provides a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and performance bonuses!
  • 5 days ago
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