Description:

The Role:
We are seeking an ambitious, sharp, and values-driven Trial Lawyer to join our tight-knit litigation team. In this role, you will be part of a team and take meaningful ownership of a diverse plaintiff's docket, guiding clients through the legal process step by step from initial intake through trial or resolution.

Because our practice uniquely intersects personal injury and employment law (often representing clients facing job issues after an injury), you will develop a sophisticated, holistic litigation skill set that sets you apart.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Advocacy & Strategy: Manage an active litigation caseload encompassing serious personal injury, wrongful death, and employment law disputes.
Courtroom & Trial Prep: Draft high-caliber pleadings, substantive motions, and targeted discovery requests. Conduct and defend depositions, argue motions in court, and actively participate in trial preparation and execution.
Client Champion: Serve as a compassionate, communicative advocate for our clients, guiding them through stressful times with clear legal strategies and empathetic counsel.
Negotiations & Damages Assessment: Formulate comprehensive demand packages, calculate economic/non-economic damages, and represent clients in high-stakes mediations and settlement discussions.
Community & Firm Growth: Collaborate closely with other senior lawyers and our dedicated support staff to uphold the firm's high standard of excellence and reinforce our dedication to the El Paso community.

Qualifications & Skills:

Credentials: J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in the State of Texas (dual licensure in New Mexico is a significant plus).
Strong and excellent writing ability.
Experience: 1–5 (or more) years of civil litigation experience preferred. Experience in personal injury or labor & employment law is highly preferred, but strong litigation instincts and a desire to be an actual trial lawyer are paramount.
Bilingual Capability: Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish (Se Habla Español) is also preferred to effectively serve our border community and diverse client base.
Mindset: A strict standard of professional ethics, a strong work ethic, and a deep-seated passion for holding lawbreakers accountable to make our community safer.

What we offer:

Experienced Mentorship: Direct, hands-on guidance from an experienced trial lawyer and recognized leader in the State Bar of Texas and Labor & Employment section.
Competitive Compensation: Base salary commensurate with experience (between $90,000.00 to $130,000.00), plus competitive benefits including health/medical, dental and other insurances, 401(k) match, and profit sharing tied to overall firm success.
Courtroom Footprint: Direct opportunities for courtroom advocacy and trial exposure far exceeding what is offered at traditional defense firms.
Firm Culture: A collaborative, professional, and family-oriented environment centered on integrity, mutual respect, and client triumph.
Firm: Chavez Law Firm