Briefing Attorney

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Briefing Attorney to join our nationally recognized team. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong foundation in personal injury litigation, legal research, and motion practice. The position supports Houston-based trial teams and offers the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the United States or from our Dallas office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist trial teams in preparing personal injury cases from case intake to trial or settlement.
• Draft persuasive briefs, including:
  • Oppositions to defense motions
  • Affirmative motions
  • Complex demand letters
  • Trial briefs (as needed during live proceedings)
• Conduct thorough legal research and jurisdictional analysis, primarily in Texas and Louisiana, with some nationwide cases.
• Collaborate with attorneys and litigation staff to maintain case momentum and meet deadlines.
• Attend trials 2–4 times per year to support live briefing needs (travel required).
• Work independently and manage multiple writing and research assignments simultaneously.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with any U.S. state bar.
• Minimum of 2 years of post-law school experience in civil litigation or 1 year in a judicial clerkship.
• Demonstrated excellence in legal writing, motion drafting, and research.
• Strong familiarity with Texas and federal court rules; Louisiana experience is a plus.
• Plaintiff-side personal injury experience strongly preferred.
• High attention to detail and the ability to handle time-sensitive matters.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office 365; experience with Filevine, SharePoint, OneDrive, or Microsoft Teams is a plus.

Work Environment & Compensation:

• Flexible remote work or in-office option (Dallas, TX).
• Occasional travel to Houston is required for meetings or trials.
• This is a full-time position with a choice between W-2 employment or 1099 contract structure.
• Highly competitive pay structure, reflective of experience and qualifications.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 160718

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Sinead Tierney

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