The Role
Senior litigation attorney responsible for leading a Houston personal injury docket from filing through verdict. Duties include case strategy, first-chair jury trials, discovery, motion practice, depositions, mediations, settlement negotiations, client advocacy, team supervision, attorney mentoring, and collaboration with firm leadership. Requires Texas licensure, 8+ years of litigation experience, substantial personal injury experience, strong trial skills, strategic judgment, leadership, communication, and legal technology proficiency.
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Location: Houston, Texas
Type: Full-Time, On-Site (Monday–Friday)
Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation & TrialAbout Thompson LawThompson Law is a premier personal injury firm built for people whose lives have been upended by preventable tragedies. Founded in Texas and now serving clients in key markets across the country, we have recovered more than $2.1 billion for our clients. Top Verdict has recognized hundreds of our results—including some of the largest personal injury settlements in Texas—and we have been named among the Best Law Firms in the U.S. We pair relentless advocacy with real client commitment, and we back our attorneys with the case volume, infrastructure, and resources to win.The OpportunityWe are looking for a Senior Litigation Attorney to be a leader and anchor for the litigation docket in our Houston, Texas office. This is a senior role for an experienced trial lawyer who wants to try cases, shape strategy, and build something—without the overhead and financial risk of running a firm.
You will own case strategy from filing through verdict, first-chair trials, and lead a dedicated support team. Skilled litigation paralegals will assist and handle day-to-day case needs under your direction; medical records specialists, legal assistants, and closers will help carry the administrative load. Your time stays where it belongs: on strategy, depositions, mediation, and the courtroom.What You'll Do
We reward individual contribution directly. Compensation includes a competitive base salary plus an uncapped performance bonus tied to your results—paid monthly.What We Offer
Thompson Law LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are held in strict confidence.
Type: Full-Time, On-Site (Monday–Friday)
Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation & TrialAbout Thompson LawThompson Law is a premier personal injury firm built for people whose lives have been upended by preventable tragedies. Founded in Texas and now serving clients in key markets across the country, we have recovered more than $2.1 billion for our clients. Top Verdict has recognized hundreds of our results—including some of the largest personal injury settlements in Texas—and we have been named among the Best Law Firms in the U.S. We pair relentless advocacy with real client commitment, and we back our attorneys with the case volume, infrastructure, and resources to win.The OpportunityWe are looking for a Senior Litigation Attorney to be a leader and anchor for the litigation docket in our Houston, Texas office. This is a senior role for an experienced trial lawyer who wants to try cases, shape strategy, and build something—without the overhead and financial risk of running a firm.
You will own case strategy from filing through verdict, first-chair trials, and lead a dedicated support team. Skilled litigation paralegals will assist and handle day-to-day case needs under your direction; medical records specialists, legal assistants, and closers will help carry the administrative load. Your time stays where it belongs: on strategy, depositions, mediation, and the courtroom.What You'll Do
- Lead Your Litigation Docket: Drive strategy on liability, coverage, damages, and valuation for a robust personal injury docket—from filing through final resolution.
- Try Cases to Verdict: First-chair jury trials, argue dispositive motions, handle hearings, and lead mediations when carriers refuse to pay full value.
- Own Discovery & Motion Practice: Draft and direct pleadings, motions, and written discovery; prepare, take, and defend depositions of parties, experts, and treating physicians.
- Direct Settlement Strategy: Set minimum settlement parameters, approve demand packages, and continue working negotiations and or mediation efforts in advance of trial.
- Lead and Mentor: Supervise and develop your support team and be a leader and mentor to more junior attorneys, setting the standard for excellence, accountability, and collaboration.
- Serve as Client Advocate: Be the trusted voice for clients at the hardest moments of their lives—advising on strategy, progress, and settlement/trial decisions with clarity and compassion.
- Help Shape Firm Strategy: Partner with firm leadership to refine litigation strategy, share trial insights across offices, and help grow our Texas footprint.
- Texas License: Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- Senior-Level Experience: 8+ years of litigation experience, with substantial personal injury experience (plaintiff or defense).
- Trial Track Record: Prefer some first-chair jury trial experience and have a real appetite for the courtroom.
- Strategic Judgment: Proven ability to value cases, set settlement parameters, manage a robust docket, and direct support staff in executing case plans.
- Leadership: Demonstrated success leading teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes legal environment.
- Communication: Persuasive in writing and on your feet—with clients, adjusters, opposing counsel, judges, and juries.
- Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with legal research databases, case management software, and modern litigation technology, including responsible use of artificial intelligence.
We reward individual contribution directly. Compensation includes a competitive base salary plus an uncapped performance bonus tied to your results—paid monthly.What We Offer
- Base Salary + Uncapped Monthly Bonus: Competitive, above-market base plus performance bonuses paid monthly.
- 100% Firm-Paid Health Insurance: Full employee premium covered by the firm.
- Retirement: 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
- Professional Development: 100% firm-paid State Bar dues, CLE, TTLA membership, and Board Certification costs.
- Full Benefits Package: Life insurance, optional dental and vision, generous PTO, and paid firm holidays.
- A Team Built to Win: Dedicated litigation paralegals, medical records, legal assistants, and closers assigned to assist your docket and your success.
Thompson Law LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are held in strict confidence.
Skills Required
- Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
- 8+ years of litigation experience
- Substantial personal injury litigation experience
- First-chair jury trial experience
- Ability to value cases, set settlement parameters, manage a robust docket, and direct support staff
- Demonstrated leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-stakes legal environment
- Persuasive written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency with legal research databases, case management software, and modern litigation technology
- Experience with catastrophic injury, wrongful death, commercial trucking, or premises cases
- Spanish-speaking ability
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The Company
What We Do
Thompson Law is a personal injury law firm dedicated to representing individuals who have suffered serious accident injuries due to the negligence of others. Specializing in a wide variety of cases, including car and truck accidents, they advocate for clients across Texas, Georgia, Arizona, and California. The firm focuses on aggressively pursuing maximum compensation and justice for victims against insurance companies.
