Personal Injury Litigation Attorney (North Austin)
We are a high-volume personal injury law firm, primarily focusing on car accidents, and we are looking to hire a new litigation attorney. This attorney will handle a high-volume docket and will be presented with a great long-term career opportunity featuring significant potential for growth. It is an ideal position for someone aspiring to become a top-level attorney. While no experience is required, we prefer candidates with two or more years of litigation experience in personal injury.
Responsibilities include :
Handle all aspects of litigation, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
Address client issues as they arise.
Take direction from managing attorneys and complete assignments in a timely manner.
Qualifications and Experience:
Required: Juris Doctor (JD) and must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.
Two or more years of personal injury litigation experience required.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Competencies:
Excellent research and writing skills.
Excellent work ethic with the drive to "get the job done".
Must be approachable and able to communicate effectively with professionalism.
Attorney Compensation & Benefits:
Litigation Associate I
100,000.00 to $140,000.00 DOE
Bonus structure evaluation and opportunity for raises end of Q4 of 2024.
Annual raises are to be expected with good performance.
Path to Partnership :
_Salaries listed represent the minimum starting salary _
_ Associate (This Posting) _
$100,000.00 - $140,000.00+ (Salary & Bonuses)
Paid TX State Bar Dues
Paid CLE Courses
Paid TTLA & CATLA membership dues
Firm Benefits (detailed at the bottom)
Student Loan assistance after two years' tenure or three years of experience litigating in personal injury.
_Senior Associate_ (Qualifications for Consideration: 4-6 Years with Firm or Upper-level management tenure)
$125,000+ (Salary & Bonus)
Same benefits as Associate; and
Company car
Additional student loan assistance
_Partner_ (4-7 years with firm and 7-12 years as a practicing attorney)
$250,000+ (Salary + Bonus)
Same benefits as Senior Associate; and
Contract with SJ Law Firm which includes additional benefits
Supplementary gift
_Senior Partner _(12+ years with firm & 15 years as a practicing attorney)
$350,000+ (Salary + Bonuses)
Same benefits as above; and
Additional contractual benefits
Additional supplementary gift
Added custom benefits to be discussed
Firm Benefits
Health insurance for employee and immediate family in household;
Holiday paid time off;
General paid time off for vacation/personal;
Sick PTO;
Bereavement PTO;
401K Plan (3% Employer match for Roth and/or Traditional);
Dental Insurance;
Vision Insurance;
Long-term disability coverage;
Short-term disability coverage;
Life Insurance;
Gym membership;
Ongoing mentorship and training; and
Opportunities for growth and advancement.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Austin, TX 78759 (Required)
Work Location: In person