Attorney - Civil Litigation

Company Description

Walters, Balido & Crain LLP is a leading law firm with over 90 dedicated attorneys. They have a strong reputation for their expertise in civil litigation and have collectively tried over 1,000 cases. With offices in Austin, Dallas, Decatur, and Houston, the firm is well-equipped to handle extensive legal matters and is committed to providing personalized and effective representation.

Role Description

The Dallas office of Walters Balido & Crain seeks an attorney with experience in civil litigation/insurance defense that primarily involves personal injury, product liability, and premises liability. Requires strong knowledge of current procedural and substantive law, as well as federal and state rules. Must have effective oral and written advocacy skills, negotiation tactics, and the ability to apply analytical skills in addressing complex legal issues.

This presents a great chance for driven self-motivated individuals to establish a long-lasting career with a growing and dynamic AV-rated Texas-based civil litigation law firm. We are committed to representing clients in alignment with their philosophy and objectives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing for court appearances, depositions, file management from intake to resolution, participation in settlement conferences, research, and client correspondence.

WBC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as the stability of a well-established practice. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect.

License/Certification:

• TX Bar License (Required)

Responsibilities:

• Case assessment for liability, loss, and damages
• Manage client reporting, billing, budgeting, and case management requirements
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Drafting and responding to discovery
• Conducting depositions
• Exceptional research, writing, and briefing skills
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local rules
• Meet or exceed monthly billable hour goals
• Occasional travel

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice in the State of Texas
• Civil litigation/insurance defense experience preferred
• Able to work with a team in a collaborative environment or independently
• Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel

Experience:

• Litigation: 3+ years (Preferred)