<p><strong>Trial Attorney – Catastrophic Trucking & Commercial Vehicle Litigation</strong></p><p>Houston, Texas | Confidential Plaintiff-Side Litigation Firm</p><p>Are you the kind of trial lawyer who commands a courtroom, dismantles a trucking defense before the first recess, and thrives when the stakes are highest?</p><p>A premier Houston-based plaintiff’s firm is seeking a first-chair trial attorney with deep experience in catastrophic injury and complex trucking litigation. This is not a stepping-stone role. This is for a battle-tested litigator ready to lead.</p><p>If you know the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations better than the defense does — and can translate them into verdict-winning strategy — we want to talk.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p>Lead complex catastrophic injury and commercial trucking cases from intake through verdict.</p><p>Serve as first-chair trial counsel, developing and executing litigation strategy.</p><p>Take and defend expert depositions in high-exposure matters.</p><p>Break down corporate structures and pursue layered liability theories.</p><p>Navigate multi-million-dollar insurance towers and coverage disputes.</p><p>Advocate for clients whose lives have been permanently altered.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Licensing & Experience</strong></p><p>Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas</p><p>3+ years of progressive experience taking personal injury cases to trial</p><p>Significant first-chair trial experience</p><p>Proven record trying catastrophic injury cases</p><p>Exceptional writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills</p><p>Commanding jury presence and persuasive communication style</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><p>We value high-level trial talent and compensate accordingly.</p><p>Compensation</p><p>$150,000 – $225,000 base salary (DOE)</p><p>Significant discretionary bonuses tied to attorney’s fees generated from resolved cases</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Comprehensive Benefits</strong></p><p>Health, dental, and vision insurance</p><p>401(k) with employer match</p><p>50% vesting after 1 year</p><p>100% vesting after 2 years</p><p>Access to financial wellness and retirement planning tools</p><p>Paid Leave</p><p>80 hours PTO in year one (available after 30 days)</p><p>11 firm-observed holidays (including Juneteenth and Good Friday)</p><p>3 days paid bereavement leave</p><p>Paid parental leave:</p><p>Up to 6 weeks maternity leave (100% paid)</p><p>Up to 2 weeks paternity/bonding leave</p>
<p>A well‑respected <strong>West Houston litigation firm</strong> is seeking an <strong>Insurance Defense Associate Attorney</strong> to join their growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney who values <strong>work‑life balance, a supportive team culture, and high‑quality litigation work</strong> without the grind of a large-firm environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate will have a strong insurance defense background and meaningful <strong>trial or courtroom experience</strong>. You will handle a diverse docket of civil litigation matters, participate in all phases of discovery, manage depositions, attend hearings, and support trial strategy alongside experienced litigators.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage an active caseload focused on insurance defense matters</li><li>Conduct legal research, draft motions, pleadings, discovery, and case evaluations</li><li>Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials</li><li>Collaborate with partners and support staff to advance case strategy</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and internal teams</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Firm?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Work-life balance</strong>—reasonable hours and supportive leadership</li><li><strong>Team-oriented culture</strong> with low turnover</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits</li><li>Opportunity to work on complex and engaging litigation matters</li><li>West Houston location with convenient parking and amenities</li></ul><p><br></p>