Join a collaborative, mission-driven firm where your work makes a real impact in personal injury, immigration, and family law.
About the Role:
CAO & Associates PC is a boutique law firm in the Dallas-Fort Worth area seeking a detail-oriented and driven pre-trial attorney to support our personal injury, immigration, and family law practice areas.
This position is ideal for an attorney who excels at legal writing, discovery, negotiation, and case development. While courtroom appearances may occasionally be required, the primary responsibilities are pre-trial in nature, including preparing cases for resolution, attending immigration interviews, and negotiating favorable outcomes for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda
- Conduct legal research and draft persuasive written work product
- Prepare and organize evidence, exhibits, and case files for hearings and trial
- Negotiate settlements with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel, when applicable
- Attend USCIS interviews with clients and ensure thorough preparation
- Handle immigration and family law matters through the pre-hearing phase
- Manage client communication and advise on case strategy
- Coordinate with experts, investigators, and litigation support professionals
- Maintain accurate case records, deadlines, and correspondence in case management systems
Qualifications:
- Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
- 1–5 years of experience in personal injury, immigration, or family law preferred
- Strong legal research, writing, and client communication skills
- Experience with written discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations
- Prior experience attending USCIS interviews is a plus
- Bilingual in Vietnamese strongly preferred
- Highly organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple deadlines
- Be able to meet clients in person at our DFW (Grand Prairie) office.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and cross-training in all firm practice areas
Compensation:
- $85,000 – $110,000 per year
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to judy@caoatlaw.com. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.