Litigation Attorney

Litigation Associate AttorneyZerbe Miller Fingeret Frank & Jadav ("ZMF") is a boutique litigation firm representing businesses and individuals in complex civil and tax-related disputes. Our attorneys regularly appear before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Courts, and Federal Courts of Appeal, advocating for clients in high stakes matters involving tax credits, refund claims, and tax penalties. The firm also represents companies in federal commercial disputes. The firm's culture combines federal practice sophistication with small-firm collaboration, offering direct client engagement and meaningful courtroom experience early in one's career.We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of experience to join our Litigation Practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in federal litigation, tax procedure, and administrative law, and will thrive in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment. This role provides a rare opportunity to litigate substantive tax and financial matters for small to mid-sized businesses across the country, from pre-litigation strategy through trial and appeal.ResponsibilitiesDraft motions, discovery requests, and briefs in U.S. District Court and U.S. Tax CourtConduct factual investigations, witness interviews, and expert coordinationDevelop case strategies and advise clients through all phases of litigationManage, review, and digest large amounts of discovery to help support case strategyCollaborate closely with staff, senior attorneys and partners on trial preparation and oral argumentResearch complex procedural and statutory issues involving tax, jurisdiction, and federal claimsQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentialsPreferred 2–5 years of litigation experience, preferably in federal court or as a federal clerkExcellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skillsAdmission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdictionBackground or coursework in tax, accounting, financial regulation, or a technical field such as engineering, is a plus but not requiredExperience drafting dispositive motions, legal briefs and analyzing discovery is highly valuedDemonstrated ability to multi-task, work independently, manage deadlines, and handle client-facing responsibilitiesHigh sense of urgency with the ability to meet deadlines and changing prioritiesCandidate must reside or relocate to Houston, TX and the role is 100% in-officeAvailable to travel about 25% of the time within the United StatesWhy Join UsSubstantive litigation experience early in your careerCollegial environment emphasizing mentorship and collaborationNational scope practice with a small firm feelComprehensive compensation and benefits package including 100% employer paid medical/dental premiums for single coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, company provided life insurance and disability, onsite gyn and group fitness classes, paid covered parking, and more!