Personal Injury Attorney

Job Description Job Description Location: Texas Compensation: Market-leading base salary with uncapped performance incentives. Reports to: Head of Personal Injury Practice Type: Full-time | Growth Role | High-Impact Legal Practice Sector: Plaintiff-Side Civil Litigation / Personal Injury About the Firm This is a high-growth legal team committed to advocating for individuals whose lives have been disrupted by serious accidents and negligence. With 400% revenue growth in the last three years, the Personal Injury team is expanding—and this role is a direct result of that success. Attorneys here don't just handle cases—they help build systems, define team culture, and shape the future of a fast-rising litigation group. The Opportunity Join a close-knit, collaborative personal injury team known for its camaraderie, strong mentorship, and deep commitment to both client service and work-life balance. This is a newly created role for a confident, emotionally intelligent attorney who can independently manage a significant plaintiff-side case load, build trust with injured clients, and execute litigation strategy with minimal hand-holding. What You'll Do Case Management & Litigation Own a personal docket of 80–100 files, primarily in pre-litigation Handle motor vehicle collisions, dog bites, premises liability, and occasional medical malpractice Draft and negotiate demand letters and settlement packages File and litigate cases as needed: pleadings, discovery, depositions, mediations, trial prep Maintain regular client communication by phone, email, and text Coordinate with paralegal and legal assistant support staff Client Communication & Strategy Provide high-empathy counsel to individuals in crisis Explain legal processes clearly across all educational levels Deliver honest, tactful guidance about case value and strategy Build rapport with opposing counsel and insurance reps Performance Expectations Meet firm metrics for demand packages, case progression, and client outcomes Independently manage files without constant supervision Adopt and implement the practice group's standardized systems Contribute to a culture of collaboration and shared problem-solving You'd Be a Great Fit If You Have: 5+ years of legal practice experience (civil litigation or insurance defense acceptable) Active license in Nebraska or Iowa (required) Experience with plaintiff-side PI is a plus, but not required Strong written and verbal communication skills High emotional intelligence and client-facing maturity Ability to balance empathy with assertiveness Stability in prior roles (no frequent job-hopping) Clear, confident courtroom and negotiation presence Why Join Us Be part of a high-growth PI team with proven 400% revenue growth Enjoy a culture that genuinely values work-life balance and professional development Collaborate closely with a supportive, down-to-earth leader who values transparency, mentorship, and process excellence Work in a team that helps clients through some of life's most difficult moments—and finds purpose in the work MilSpec Talent is a boutique headhunting firm that helps our clients get connected with top talent in the industry. We work with mid-career, industry-experienced Veterans with 3-15 years of proven success in the private sector. For our contingency recruitment partners, we provide this value with minimal risk.