Associate Attorney

The Barber Law Firm

Plano, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Attorney, Barber, Calendar Management, Case Management, Computer Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Insurance, Internet/Online Service, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Litigation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Personal Injury, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
Today

The Barber Law Firm, a growing Personal Injury Law Firm, is looking for an associate attorney with a strong interest and experience in plaintiff's side personal injury. The position requires extensive client interaction, attention to detail, and the ability to self‑manage. Candidates must be motivated, dedicated, and self‑started. The attorney will partly supervise four legal assistants and manage approximately 350 pre‑suit cases and 20 litigation cases. Attorneys immediately start earning a cut of all fees generated (pre‑suit and litigation), which can dramatically increase compensation.Job DutiesPrepare and/or review legal documents, including litigation pleadings, demands, and written discovery.Ability to work efficiently under pressure with or without direct supervision.Handle multiple projects simultaneously.Use computerized databases and online services for legal research and electronic filings.Ensure readiness and correctness of files.Answer phones professionally and provide excellent customer service.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities1–3 years of motor vehicle accident and/or personal injury litigation experience, preferred.Excellent computer skills.Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking skills.Excellent customer service skills.Very accurate and detail oriented.Knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.Experience handling depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.Software SkillsWord, Excel, and Outlook.Experience with heavy calendaring in a deadline‑driven office.Filevine and Trialworks case management experience a plus.EducationBachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate, with an active Texas bar license.Compensation & BenefitsBase salary: $100,000.00 per year, plus very generous commissions earned on case fees. The firm provides medical insurance, paid vacation, holiday pay, and many other perks.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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