Associate Attorney

Job Description

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 and conduct witness 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

- Ability to work a full day and arrive on time to work

- 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.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected]

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 expected, primary attorney position desired
• Hearings - Summary Judgment or Motion to Dismiss - argued
• Written discovery - drafted questions, objections and responses
• Trial experience (a plus)

Professional dress (business casual in the office)

Willingness to work more than 40 hours during the week, occasionally

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)