Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.
Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.
Tailor your resume to this Lead Trial Lawyer role.
Rezi rewrites your resume against Zinda Law Group, PLLC's job description. Free.
Tailor your resume to this Lead Trial Lawyer role.
Rezi rewrites your resume against Zinda Law Group, PLLC's job description. Free.
Don't guess if your resume is good enough.
See how it scores against the Lead Trial Lawyer posting at Zinda Law Group, PLLC — free, in seconds.
Don't guess if your resume is good enough.
See how it scores against the Lead Trial Lawyer posting at Zinda Law Group, PLLC — free, in seconds.
About the Role
As an elite Lead Trial Lawyer, you will have the opportunity to become a top litigator making $3-4 million in fees yearly and work on a small docket of cases, giving you the ability to deliver the highest level of service. We are looking for someone who can follow a playbook but at the same time be innovative. If you are organized, disciplined, and aggressive – we invite you to apply!
Responsibilities
- Handle personal injury cases from intake through verdict
- Draft and respond to motions, demonstrating a deep understanding of legal principles and procedures
- Work closely with clients, building strong relationships and providing exceptional client service throughout the legal process
- Utilize substantial knowledge of TRCP (Texas Rules of Civil Procedure) and Rules of Evidence to develop persuasive legal strategies
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience
- At least 1 year of plaintiff or defense side personal injury litigation experience is preferred
- Jury Trial experience
- Licensed and in good standing with the Texas, Arizona, Colorado, or New Mexico State Bar
- Strong experience in drafting and responding to motions
- Demonstrated ability to work with clients
- Adept knowledge of TRCP and Rules of Evidence
- Ambition and passion, coupled with a relentless work ethic
- Ability to receive feedback and criticism
- Excellent organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work collaboratively with support staff
- Experience taking and defending depositions
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus
Skills
- Legal principles and procedures
- TRCP (Texas Rules of Civil Procedure)
- Rules of Evidence
- Client service
- Legal strategies
- Drafting motions
- Responding to motions
- Organizational skills
- Collaboration
Location
- In one of our offices
Work Type
- Remote one day a week
Experience Level
- Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience
- At least 1 year of personal injury litigation experience preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $3-4 million in fees yearly
- Very competitive base pay (depending on experience) + uncapped bonus potential
Benefits
- Signing Bonus and Relocation Package available
- Opportunities for ongoing training and mentoring
- Opportunities to advance and grow within the firm
- Contingency fee referral bonus opportunities
- Paid time off (20 days)
- 10 paid holidays
- IRA plan with company contribution (up to 3% match)
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance (100% of Medical covered by the firm)
- Paid parental leave
About the Company
- Zinda Law Group is a rapidly growing and prestigious personal injury law firm.
- Zinda Law Group’s purpose – Justice for all regardless of wealth. Our mission is to make the world a safer and more just place and to as many people as possible through the practice of law.
- We have been recognized as one of the 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Central Texas by the Austin Business Journal and have earned a place in the Inc. 5000.
- As a member of our team, you will be part of a collaborative environment that values every team member's contribution and provides ample opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfillment.
- We firmly uphold the value of every individual within our team, ensuring they have the chance to build a rewarding career both financially and personally.
- Our firm's structure is designed to offer exceptional prospects for growth and advancement to our attorneys.
- From the initial intake to final verdict, each attorney at our firm handles cases, benefiting from continuous training and guidance from our exceptional team.
- At Zinda Law Group, every team member leaves at the end of the day with the satisfaction of knowing they have diligently served our clients and positively impacted the lives of others.
- Join us, and experience a remarkable work environment at our law firm.
- Our core principles are: Excellence Always; Only the Best; Failure is Not an Option; We All Take Out the Trash; Run the Firm Like a Business.
Equal Opportunity
- Zinda Law Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected status as required by applicable law.