Associate Attorney (Sexual Assault)
Dallas, TX, US
Associate Attorney – Sexual Assault Litigation
Location: Dallas, TX 75202 (Onsite)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $145,000–$165,000/year
Put your litigation experience to work advocating for individuals navigating complex and sensitive legal matters.
CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking an Associate Attorney – Sexual Assault Litigation for a civil litigation firm in the Dallas area. This position will manage plaintiff-side sexual assault and abuse cases, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with experience in personal injury, sexual assault, mass torts, or complex civil litigation who enjoys taking ownership of cases and working collaboratively to achieve meaningful outcomes for clients.
Responsibilities
Schedule: Full-time, onsite in Dallas, with some flexibility in daily working hours.
Benefits: Medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, and discretionary performance bonuses.
Location: Dallas, TX 75202 (Onsite)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $145,000–$165,000/year
Put your litigation experience to work advocating for individuals navigating complex and sensitive legal matters.
CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking an Associate Attorney – Sexual Assault Litigation for a civil litigation firm in the Dallas area. This position will manage plaintiff-side sexual assault and abuse cases, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with experience in personal injury, sexual assault, mass torts, or complex civil litigation who enjoys taking ownership of cases and working collaboratively to achieve meaningful outcomes for clients.
Responsibilities
Manage civil sexual assault and abuse cases through various stages of litigation, from filing through resolution or trial.
Develop litigation strategies, conduct legal research, and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
Conduct and defend depositions, coordinate expert witnesses, and prepare cases for hearings and trial.
Analyze medical records, investigative materials, and other evidence to support case development.
Communicate with clients regarding case progress while maintaining sensitivity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Partner with attorneys and paralegals to manage deadlines, coordinate case activities, and advance litigation.
3+ years of plaintiff-side civil litigation experience, preferably involving sexual assault, personal injury, mass torts, or other complex litigation.
Hands-on experience with discovery, motion practice, depositions, and case management.
Experience preparing cases for settlement negotiations and trial.
Ability to manage multiple active cases and competing deadlines independently.
Comfortable working with sensitive subject matter, including cases involving minors.
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Active Texas Bar membership in good standing preferred, subject to confirmation of licensing requirements.
Experience with legal research platforms, electronic filing systems, and case management software.
Meaningful work: Represent individuals seeking accountability and resolution in challenging legal matters.
Case ownership: Stay involved throughout the litigation process rather than focusing on one isolated function.
Professional growth: Expand your litigation experience across complex and evolving legal matters.
Collaborative team: Work with experienced legal professionals who value communication and teamwork.
Competitive compensation: $145K–$165K base salary, discretionary bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
Schedule: Full-time, onsite in Dallas, with some flexibility in daily working hours.
Benefits: Medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, and discretionary performance bonuses.