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Job ID#: 43872
Intake Attorney – Mass Tort Litigation
Location: Dallas, Texas
Position Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: In-Office
About the Opportunity
A nationally recognized plaintiffs’ litigation firm is seeking an experienced Intake Attorney to join its Dallas office. The firm handles complex, high-stakes litigation involving mass torts, toxic exposures, pharmaceutical injuries, product liability, catastrophic personal injury, and wrongful death.
This position offers the opportunity to play an integral role in the firm’s case evaluation and intake process, working alongside experienced litigation attorneys and support staff to identify, evaluate, and develop potential claims.
Position Overview
The Intake Attorney will be responsible for evaluating prospective cases, conducting initial legal assessments, overseeing intake procedures, and ensuring matters are properly developed before transitioning to the litigation team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong civil litigation background, sound legal judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a high volume of potential claims while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Case Evaluation & Legal Analysis
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Evaluate prospective mass tort, toxic tort, pharmaceutical, product liability, personal injury, and wrongful death claims.
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Review case facts, medical records, exposure histories, and supporting documentation to determine potential case viability.
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Assess liability, damages, causation, jurisdictional requirements, and applicable statutes of limitations.
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Conduct legal research to identify potential claims, defendants, and filing requirements.
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Determine whether prospective cases meet established acceptance criteria and make recommendations regarding case selection.
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Identify potential legal issues or deficiencies requiring additional investigation.
Client Intake & Communication
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Conduct initial consultations with prospective clients to gather relevant information and assess potential legal claims.
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Communicate with prospective clients, referring attorneys, and local counsel regarding case evaluations and documentation requirements.
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Review and prepare intake questionnaires, authorizations, engagement agreements, and referral documentation.
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Explain the intake process and provide timely updates regarding the status of prospective matters.
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Maintain professional and compassionate communication with individuals and families affected by serious injuries or wrongful death.
Case Development & Litigation Support
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Draft, review, and finalize original and amended petitions and complaints for state and federal court filings.
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Ensure proper filing and service of legal documents across multiple jurisdictions.
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Monitor and calculate statutes of limitations and other critical filing deadlines.
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Coordinate the collection and review of medical records, exposure documentation, and other relevant evidence.
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Work closely with litigation attorneys to facilitate efficient case transitions.
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Conduct legal research regarding proper entities, defendants, jurisdiction, and service requirements.
Intake Operations & Team Collaboration
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Collaborate with intake paralegals and support staff to ensure accurate and timely case processing.
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Provide legal guidance regarding intake procedures, case qualification, and documentation requirements.
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Maintain accurate case information within the firm’s case management system.
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Monitor intake activity, including case volume, referral sources, accepted and declined matters, and case progression.
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Identify opportunities to streamline intake procedures and improve overall efficiency.
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Ensure compliance with firm procedures, confidentiality requirements, and applicable ethical obligations.
Qualifications
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Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
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Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
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Civil litigation experience, preferably in plaintiff-side litigation, mass torts, toxic torts, product liability, pharmaceutical litigation, or personal injury.
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Strong understanding of civil procedure, statutes of limitations, and litigation filing requirements.
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Experience evaluating potential legal claims and analyzing liability and damages.
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Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume litigation environment.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff.
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Proficiency with legal research platforms, electronic filing systems, and case management software.
Preferred Experience
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Previous experience evaluating or screening mass tort and personal injury claims.
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Familiarity with multidistrict litigation (MDL), asbestos litigation, toxic exposure claims, or pharmaceutical litigation.
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Experience reviewing medical records and analyzing injury causation.
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Knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures across multiple jurisdictions.
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Experience with Needles, Neos, PACER, LexisNexis, or similar legal platforms.
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Experience working with intake teams or managing high-volume case workflows.
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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Medical and dental insurance.
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401(k) retirement benefits.
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Paid vacation.
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Opportunity to work with an established national litigation practice handling complex and impactful cases.
Work Environment: Full-time, in-office position based in Dallas, Texas.
