Associate

Description:

Seeking High-Performance Legal Professionals with 6+ Years of Personal Injury Defense Litigation Experience

The Bassett Firm is seeking litigation attorneys with extensive experience defending commercial trucking companies. We offer both in-office and remote work opportunities with flexible compensation packages.

Critical Success Traits

Accountability

• Take full ownership of cases, decisions, and outcomes.
• Acknowledge and address mistakes promptly.
• Proactively solve problems before escalation.
• Accept and implement constructive feedback.

Communication Excellence

• Overcommunicate and document case-related information thoroughly.
• Maintain open dialogue about workload and capacity.
• Flag potential issues early.

Emotional Intelligence & Stress Management

• Demonstrate exceptional emotional control in high-pressure situations.
• Maintain composure during demanding deadlines and challenging cases.
• Navigate contentious situations strategically.

Performance Expectations

• Maintain intensive workload while delivering superior work products.
• Take complete case ownership with minimal supervision.
• Commit to client service excellence.
• Willingness to travel throughout Texas.

Compensation Structure

• Traditional Billing Structure:

• Base salary: $140,000 - $175,000
• 2,004 annual billing hours
• Performance and merit bonuses
• Business development incentives

2. Modified Schedule:

• Base salary: $90,000 - $130,000
• Flexible monthly billing: 90 - 160 hours
• Performance bonuses
• Business development incentives

Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Generous PTO
• Two EAPs
• Ancillary insurance
• Over 13 paid holidays annually

Requirements:

Core Requirements

• 6+ years of substantial personal injury defense litigation experience.
• Significant experience defending commercial motor carriers.
• Proven track record of managing complex defense cases from inception through resolution.
• Leadership experience in depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Texas Bar admission and current Texas residence.

Application Requirements

• Comprehensive resume
• Case evaluation based on abbreviated facts (provided during interview process)
• Culture Index Survey completion: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/UAQQALnNwS
• Preferred billing target selection
• 30-day mandatory in-office training. Only top-performing candidates are considered.
• Location: Dallas, TX 75219 (Hybrid remote after proven performance)