Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Senior Trial Attorney - High-Value Motor Vehicle Injury

$300k

Crawford Thomas Recruiting

Our client is a Texas-based personal injury law firm with offices in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio. They focus on representing clients injured in car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, wrongful death cases, and other serious injury matters, operating on a client-first model with 24/7 availability and free case reviews. The firm emphasizes strong communication, bilingual Spanish-English support, and helping clients pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Salary

Up to $300,000 annually based on experience, plus performance-based bonuses, health benefits, PTO, and CLE support.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to take ownership of a high-value motor vehicle accident litigation docket, primarily focused on commercial cases ranging from $250,000 to over $1,000,000. This role is responsible for managing complex litigation cases through trial when necessary, developing trial strategy, and maximizing case value while overseeing supporting litigation staff and collaborating across teams.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as first-chair or co-chair trial attorney in jury trials
  • Independently manage 50–75 active litigation cases and oversee 25–50 pre-litigation cases
  • Develop and execute trial strategy, themes, and case theory
  • Handle complex litigation from filing through verdict
  • Draft, file, and argue advanced motions
  • Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and expert witnesses
  • Prepare cases for mediation, settlement conferences, and trial
  • Lead settlement negotiations and evaluate settlement vs. trial value
  • Identify and develop high-value cases for litigation
  • Oversee expert inspections, discovery, and evidence gathering
  • Collaborate with intake and associate attorneys on case evaluation
  • Mentor associate attorneys and support staff
  • Maintain strong client communication and prepare clients for litigation proceedings

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • Active Texas State Bar license
  • 5-10+ years of personal injury litigation experience (motor vehicle accident cases required)
  • Jury trial experience required
  • Strong litigation, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Vacancy posted 4 hours ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Senior Trial Attorney - High-Value Motor Vehicle Injury in Houston, TX vacancy
  • $100k - $200k

     ...New Office Launch: Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney | High-value PI | Real trial work | Build the Texas team from the ground up This firm is opening...  ...matters with six‑ and seven‑figure exposure. Think motor‑vehicle and 18‑wheeler cases, premises liability, dog bites,... 
    Suggested
    Live in
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    We Are Legal Revolution

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $300k

    Senior Trial Attorney - Personal Injury LitigationSalary: Up to $300,000 annually based on experience, plus performance-based bonuses, health...  ...seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to take ownership of a high-value motor vehicle accident litigation docket, with a primary focus on... 
    Senior

    Crawford Thomas Recruiting

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...law firm in Houston is seeking a skilled Personal Injury Attorney to join their growing team. You will manage high-value cases and help shape the new office culture....  ...at least 4–5 years of experience with a focus on trials and a mindset to build in new markets. This position... 
    Suggested
    Work at office

    We Are Legal Revolution

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $150k - $180k

     ...looking for an experienced Trial Attorney to join our Staff...  ...and trying moderate to high exposure General...  ...wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises...  ..., and personal injury, from inception through...  ...Zurich?At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience... 
    Senior
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work
    Work from home
    Flexible hours

    Zurich Insurance Group

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  • $170k - $220k

     ...Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Trial Attorney in Houston, Texas. The ideal candidate will manage a high-volume docket, handle all phases of litigation, and possess strong courtroom presence and negotiation skills. With... 
    Senior

    Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  •  ...A well-established Plaintiff's Personal Injury law firm in Houston is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney with over 5 years of high-volume litigation experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal writing and research skills and be knowledgeable in Texas procedures... 
    Senior

    Gomel & Associates

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $150k - $180k

     ...multiple experienced Trial Attorneys to join our growing Staff...  ...managing moderate to high-exposure General...  ...wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products liability...  ..., and personal injury Relevant first-chair...  ...Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and... 
    Senior
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work
    Visa sponsorship
    Flexible hours

    Zurich

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $175k - $200k

    Personal Injury Trial Attorney Location: Houston, TX Salary: $175,000-$200,000 + Attorney fees on resolved...  ...The team operates in a collaborative, high-performance environment focused on...  ...liability, damages, and settlement value Ensure compliance with Texas procedural... 

    Crawford Thomas Recruiting

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join our litigation...  ...investigation, negotiation, and trial. This role involves...  ...death claims to motor vehicle, workplace, and medical...  ...litigation-driven team that values: Excellence in advocacy... 
    Local area

    Jobot

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  • $150k - $225k

     ...About the job Personal Injury Litigation Attorney Pay: $150,0...  ...Join a highly successful plaintiff...  ...from filing through trial with meaningful autonomy...  ...trial attorneys on high-value personal injury cases...  ...through trial. Handle motor vehicle accident, premises liability... 
    Full time

    Orion Placement

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  •  ...Orion Placement's Houston office seeks a Trial Attorney to lead a robust plaintiff's personal injury caseload from intake to resolution, including litigation and trial. This on-site role features a strong earning model with meaningful commissions tied to case performance... 
    Senior
    Work at office

    Orion Placement

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  •  ...Southeast Houston to recruit a seasoned Non-Commercial Litigation Attorney. The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of legal experience, extensive plaintiff-side injury litigation, first-chair trial readiness, and the ability to manage 80–120 active cases from filing... 
    Senior
    Full time

    Connect Search, LLC

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  •  ...established plaintiff's personal injury firm with over 65 years...  ...(Spanish) are strongly valued and encouraged to apply...  ...you're looking for a high-energy legal...  ...experience that includes actual trial experience. Candidates...  ...culture where talented attorneys thrive and grow.... 
    Base plus commission

    Orion Placement

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  •  ...law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide,...  ...is currently seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to join a team of talented...  ...developing professionals who value each other and the service we...  ...while delivering high-quality legal work and responsive... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Wilson Elser

    Houston, TX
    23 hours ago
  • $138k - $243k

     ...who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.The Senior Trial Attorney is a highly skilled and experienced litigation professional...  ...hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide values... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    For contractors
    For subcontractor
    Casual work
    Private practice
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work
    Work from home
    Night shift
    3 days per week

    Nationwide

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  • $120k

     ...seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our dynamic and...  ...dismissal, settlement or trial. Works with adjuster and clients...  ...• Ability to operate a motor vehicle Benefits include: Medical, dental...  ...1K with a company match PTO Seniority level Seniority level Mid-... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Work from home
    Shift work

    TPI Global Solutions

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  • $170k - $220k

     ...Overview We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Trial Attorney to join our clients' fast-paced plaintiff litigation team. This role is ideal for a results-driven attorney who thrives in a high-volume environment and is confident taking cases from file through trial... 

    Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $180k

     ...You are here: Home / Jobs / Trial Attorney – Plaintiffs Boutique Are...  ...of cases, including Personal Injury, Offshore/ Jones Act Injury, Catastrophic Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Product Liability,...  ...Commercial Litigation. With this high-volume, plaintiffs law firm,... 

    WARREN RECRUITING

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $52k

     ...experienced, entrepreneurial attorneys, we’ve built a firm...  ..., fatalities, and motor vehicle accidents (MVA) Provide...  ...and personal injury law Draft pleadings...  ...depositions, hearings, and trials Communicate with clients...  ...Will work on both high-exposure personal injury... 
    Work at office
    2 days per week
    3 days per week

    Mayer LLP

    Houston, TX
    a month ago
  •  ...dedicated personal injury law firm focused...  ...their lives. Our team values empathy, integrity...  ...injury cases (Motor Vehicle Accident experience preferred). Trial experience preferred...  ...Handle complex, high-value cases (often...  ...). Support one attorney Conduct discovery... 
    Senior
    Local area

    Jobot

    Houston, TX
    23 hours ago
  •  ...With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices...  ...contributions are valued and your growth is...  ...you to apply for our Senior Auto Defense Litigation...  ..., personal injury, transportation, and...  ...experience, exposure to high-profile national...  ...litigation, including trial preparation,... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Wilson Elser

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  •  ...With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices...  ...currently seeking a Senior General Liability...  ...liability, personal injury, transportation, and...  ...professionals who value each other and the...  ...resolution, including trial, mediation, or...  ...relationships while delivering high-quality legal work... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Wilson Elser

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...with over 8 years in Plaintiff's personal injury law. This role involves managing your own...  ..., and actively participating in trials, including complex cases such as maritime...  ...essential, making this an excellent opportunity for a skilled trial attorney. #J-18808-Ljbffr... 
    Senior

    Warren Recruiting

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  • $200k

     ...Personal Injury Litigation Attorney A highly respected Houston plaintiff personal injury firm is seeking a...  ...litigation docket involving passenger vehicle accidents, premises liability, dog bites...  ...of cases from filing through trial. Position: Personal Injury Litigation... 
    Work at office

    Burnett Specialists

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  •  ...Seeking a driven Personal Injury Attorney to join an esteemed team. This...  ...proceedings, including hearings and trials. Maintain strong...  ...process. Uphold the firm’s high standards of professionalism...  ...focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver... 

    gpac

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  • $200k - $300k

     ...About the job Personal Injury Attorney Pay: $200,000.00 - $300,...  ...Join a respected plaintiff-side trial practice with a long-standing...  ...for handling serious, high-stakes injury matters Work...  ...lifecycle Be part of a team that values courtroom strength,... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Relocation package

    Orion Placement

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  • $150k - $225k

     ...complex trucking and fleet vehicle litigation! Salary: $15...  ...plaintiff personal injury litigation firm in Houston...  .... The firm focuses on high-stake, catastrophic...  ...discretionary bonuses tied to attorney’s fees generated from...  ..., mediations, and trial. Conduct effective settlement... 

    Jobot

    Houston, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...Houston, TX seeks an experienced plaintiff personal injury litigation attorney to independently manage a docket from filing through trial. The role offers autonomy on complex cases, opportunity to handle motor vehicle and premises liability matters, and active involvement... 

    Orion Placement

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...Overview Seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join a well-established Plaintiff's Personal Injury law firm in the Galleria area. 5+ years of high-volume plaintiff's personal injury litigation...  ...plus commission based on the value of resolved cases. Qualifications 5+... 

    Gomel & Associates

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  • $200k

     ...Personal Injury Litigation AttorneyA highly respected Houston plaintiff personal injury...  ...Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to handle a diverse...  ...docket involving passenger vehicle accidents, premises liability...  ...cases from filing through trial.Position: Personal Injury... 

    Burnett Specialists

    Houston, TX
    23 hours ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Trial Attorney - High-Value Motor Vehicle Injury. Be the first to apply!