Senior Litigation Attorney

At the

• Shariff Injury Lawyers
• , we handle complex, high-stakes personal injury and commercial cases across Texas.

We are seeking a seasoned

Litigation Attorney

with

6+ years of hands-on litigation experience

(preferably including first-chair trial work) who is eager to step into a courtroom-centered role with autonomy, impact, and visibility. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven litigator who wants to make a difference for real people, not just process cases behind a desk.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and litigate cases from initial stages of litigation through trial and appeal

Serve as

first or second chair

in trials, hearings, and mediations

Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery responses

Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts

Prepare clients and witnesses for deposition and trial testimony

Review and analyze medical records, discovery, and expert reports

Research, brief, and present complex legal issues persuasively

Appear regularly in court and advocate zealously for clients

Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in Texas, in good standing

6+ years of litigation experience

, including meaningful trial preparation or first-chair participation

Exceptional legal writing and courtroom advocacy skills

Strong organizational and leadership abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and case management systems

Must successfully complete standard firm screening procedures

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary

, commensurate with experience

Discretionary performance-based bonuses

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

, and

paid vacation / holidays

after probationary period

Annual performance reviews with merit-based raises

A collaborative, growth-focused environment that values excellence and initiative

Houston Galleria area litigation firm that handles complex personal injury and commercial disputes. We are looking for a licensed lawyer with at least 6+ years of hands-on litigation experience (preferably w / first chair trial experience). This position will provide the selected candidate with exceptional first-hand court experience from the start. Excellent writing skills, academic background, motivation and enthusiasm are required.

Job Responsibilities And Duties

6+ years of litigation experience, and not afraid of the courtroom;

1st (or at least 2nd) chair trial experience;

Managing the litigation of a case from start to finish;

Drafting pleadings and discovery;

Conducting depositions and mediations;

Preparing witnesses for depositions and / or trials;

Reviewing medical records and discovery;

Researching and briefing the law;

Investigating facts and technical issues relating to cases;

Appearing in court, at hearings and trials;

Meetings with clients;

Communicating with lawyers and staff inside and outside the firm; and

Other duties as may be determined by supervisors.

Wages & Benefits

When applying for this position, include a cover letter that provides your expected salary;

Base salary depends on experience;

Discretionary bonus based on performance;

Annual reviews with raises based on performance;

Healthcare coverage after probationary period;

401K enrollment after probationary period;

Paid vacation time after probationary period;

Paid holidays per firm schedule.

Requirements

JD degree from accredited law school;

License to practice law in Texas;

Competency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and ability to learn new software; and

Must submit to employee screening per firm's procedures.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $190,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Application Question(s) :

Have you ever sat first-chair in a jury trial that went through to a verdict? If so, how many?

Experience :

Litigation Attorney : 6 years (Preferred)

License / Certification :

Texas bar license (Required)

Work Location : In person

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