Associate Attorney

Job Description Duties Work in the Dallas office, but handle litigation in multiple counties Litigate cases in court, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients Represent clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings Attend depositions, hearings, and trials draft questions for depositions defend clients in depositions prepare arguments for hearings, pre-trial matters draft questions for trial witnesses draft pre-trial documents serve as first or second chair in trial Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the case Provide legal advice and guidance to clients Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school Admission to the Texas State Bar Association for more than 2 years Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent research and analytical abilities Ability to work independently and as part of a team manage daily tasks related to a litigation docket manage and oversee a litigation calendar Attention to detail and strong organizational skills Prior experience in litigation and negotiation is preferred This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney to join our team. We offer a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and paid lunch. If you are passionate about the law and have a desire to advocate for clients, we encourage you to apply. Job Types Contract, Full-time Benefits Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance 401K Plan QSEHRA (after 90 days full-time employment) Paid lunches in office (discretionary) Schedule Monday to Friday Saturday and Sunday, on rare occasions Supplemental pay types Bonus opportunities Experience Litigation: 2 years plus (Required) Deposition - defended and taken Mediation - participated in Hearings - Summary Judgment or Motion to Dismiss Written discovery - drafted questions, objections and responses Trial experience (a plus) Willingness to travel 25% (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr