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Job Description

Job Description

Senior Trial Attorney

North Dallas, Texas | Full-Time | On-Site

Lead Complex, High-Stakes Plaintiff Litigation

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a highly respected plaintiff litigation firm in North Dallas seeking an experienced Senior Trial Attorney to join its growing trial team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned litigator to lead complex medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death matters from case inception through trial. The ideal candidate will have significant courtroom experience, a proven track record handling high-exposure litigation, and the ability to develop and execute successful case strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation matters from intake through resolution
• Take and defend depositions, including physician and expert witness depositions
• Prepare and argue motions, hearings, and dispositive matters
• Develop case strategy and oversee all phases of litigation
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and legal support teams
• Prepare cases for mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial
• Serve as lead trial counsel in high-stakes litigation matters
• Mentor and collaborate with attorneys and support staff

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active Texas Bar license and member in good standing
• Minimum 10 years of litigation experience
• Extensive trial experience in medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases
• Demonstrated success handling plaintiff-side physician depositions
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Proven ability to manage complex litigation and trial dockets

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Life and disability insurance
• Payment of State Bar dues and professional memberships
• Strong litigation support and trial resources
• Opportunity to work alongside accomplished trial attorneys on complex, high-profile matters

Why Join This Firm?

This firm is recognized for its success in handling significant and impactful plaintiff litigation matters. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative environment, substantial trial support, and the opportunity to take a lead role in meaningful, high-stakes cases while continuing to grow their practice and professional reputation.

Interested candidates should apply for confidential consideration.

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Pay Details: $72.00 to $95.00 per hour

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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