Briefing Attorney
Company: Arnold & Itkin LLP
Location: Dallas
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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.
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