Briefing Attorney

If you want to work on life-changing, industry-shaking cases; if you want justice for real people; if you work hard and win for your clients—no matter what, Arnold & Itkin LLP (“AI”) is the place for you. 

AI is seeking driven, self-motivated, and detail-oriented briefing attorneys to work remotely from anywhere in the United States or in our Dallas office, supporting our Houston-based trial teams on high-profile cases across the country. AI is one of the top trial firms in the U.S. with offices in Houston, Texas; Dallas, Texas; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; and Midland. AI has recovered billions of dollars for its clients and set records across the country with verdicts and settlements in nearly every state. Please be sure to submit writing samples along with your resume. 

Noteworthy results include: 

• $8 billion punitive damages verdict for single products liability plaintiff;
• $557 million verdict for woman hit by a train;
• $222 million verdict for widow of man killed in industrial accident;
• $205 million settlement for multiple clients on the eve of trial;
• $171 million settlement for numerous industrial workers;
• $117 million verdict for pregnant woman in tragic car accident;
• $110 million settlement for individuals harmed by dangerous products;
• $87 million settlement for man who was severely burned while working in an industrial job;
• $76.6 million verdict against Johnson & Johnson for failing to warn about side effects of an anti-psychotic drug;
• $72 million settlement for man injured in oil field accident;
• $44 million verdict for man who lost his leg in a crane collapse;
• $41 million verdict in commercial dispute—the largest commercial verdict in the state of Hawaii; and
• $39.7 million verdict for man injured in a workplace fire.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Research, prepare, and draft motions and responses for assigned Houston trial team.
• Learn rules and law in varied jurisdictions (60% of cases in Texas, 20% Louisiana, 20% elsewhere).
• Conduct legal research and review case documents.
• Draft briefs and memoranda on contested issues during litigation and trial.
• Draft complex demand letters.
• Draft affirmative motions.
• Draft petitions and complaints.
• Attend trial as needed, 2-4 times a year, to draft trial briefs (travel required).

REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize assignments, and complete assignments on time, without significant supervision.
• Well-organized: ability to prioritize tasks, work simultaneously on multiple projects, and complete high-quality documents according to tight timelines and shifting priorities.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex, and potentially unfamiliar, topics with attention to detail, thoroughness, and precision.
• Willingness to work flexible hours based on briefing schedules and variable workload.
• A preference for writing and editing in a fast-paced legal environment.
• An enthusiasm to be part of a team that fights for injured individuals and a desire to obtain favorable results for clients.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of any state bar.
• Minimum of two years’ post law school experience at a civil law firm or one year in a judicial clerkship.
• Excellent oral communication, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Mastery of the English language (verbal and written).
• Exhibit professionalism by adhering to all firm policies, security measures, and confidentiality requirements.
• Willing and available to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends as needed to accommodate caseload demands and court deadlines.
• Proficiency with Office 365 suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, along with the use of contemporary technology in law practice. Filevine, SharePoint, OneDrive, and TEAMS experience preferred but not required.
• This is a full-time position, which can be accommodated in our Dallas office, OR remote anywhere in the US. Travel to Houston for meetings and cases is occasionally required.
• This position can be salaried or 1099 contractor with highly competitive pay.

Experience:

• Plaintiff person injury experience (Preferred)
• Civil Litigation (Required)
• Hiring Experts
• Communication with clients on a regular basis
• Knowledge of Texas state and federal court laws
• Knowledge of cases from start to finish.
• Substantial experience writing/researching briefs, motions, responses.
• Experience in appellate work
• Knowledge of Filevine (Preferred)

Education/ Certification

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
• Valid driver’s license
• Auto Insurance

Please visit https://www.arnolditkin.com/about-us/careers/#~4P7G1P7 to learn more about AI.