Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Seeking High-Performance Legal Professionals with 6+ Years of Personal Injury Defense Litigation Experience
The Bassett Firm is seeking litigation attorneys with extensive experience defending commercial trucking companies. We offer both in-office and remote work opportunities with flexible compensation packages.
Critical Success Traits
Accountability
- Take full ownership of cases, decisions, and outcomes.
- Acknowledge and address mistakes promptly.
- Proactively solve problems before escalation.
- Accept and implement constructive feedback.
Communication Excellence
Overcommunicate and document case-related information thoroughly.Maintain open dialogue about workload and capacity.Flag potential issues early.Emotional Intelligence & Stress Management
Demonstrate exceptional emotional control in high-pressure situations.Maintain composure during demanding deadlines and challenging cases.Navigate contentious situations strategically.Performance Expectations
Maintain intensive workload while delivering superior work products.Take complete case ownership with minimal supervision.Commit to client service excellence.Willingness to travel throughout Texas.Compensation Structure
Traditional Billing Structure :Base salary : $140,000 - $175,0002,004 annual billing hoursPerformance and merit bonusesBusiness development incentives2. Modified Schedule :
Base salary : $90,000 - $130,000Flexible monthly billing : 90 - 160 hoursPerformance bonusesBusiness development incentivesBenefits Package
Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with matchingLife insuranceHealth savings accountGenerous PTOTwo EAPsAncillary insuranceOver 13 paid holidays annuallyRequirements : Core Requirements
6+ years of substantial personal injury defense litigation experience.Significant experience defending commercial motor carriers.Proven track record of managing complex defense cases from inception through resolution.Leadership experience in depositions, hearings, and mediations.Texas Bar admission and current Texas residence.Application Requirements
Comprehensive resumeCase evaluation based on abbreviated facts (provided during interview process)Culture Index Survey completion : https : / / go.cultureindex.com / p / UAQQALnNwSPreferred billing target selection30-day mandatory in-office training. Only top-performing candidates are considered.Location : Dallas, TX 75219 (Hybrid remote after proven performance)