Full-Time Attorney

ATTORNEY II JOB DESCRIPTION

Department: Legal

Reports To: Shareholder / Practice Group Lead / Of Counsel

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Type: Full-Time

An established and respected Midland-based practice serving individuals and businesses across West Texas. We combine trial-ready advocacy with practical, business-minded counsel across complex civil disputes, oil & gas matters, probate and fiduciary litigation, small-business disputes, and select criminal defense.

Position Summary
Attorney II is a mid-to-senior level attorney responsible for managing complex matters with limited supervision. This role requires strong drafting, research, and matter leadership skills, as well as the ability to supervise junior staff and contribute to business development.

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited university

Active law license in the firm’s practicing jurisdiction(s), in good standing

7-12+ years of legal experience

Demonstrated ability to manage matters, deadlines, and client expectations

Key Performance Expectations

Annual Billable Hours Target: 1,200

Origination Target: $150,000+

Business Development Target: 8-12%

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Manage complex matters and coordinate timelines, deliverables, and case execution

Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and agreements

Produce initial drafts independently and final drafts with appropriate review

Conduct complex legal research and provide clear written recommendations

Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts professionally

Ensure quality control and adherence to firm standards

Business Development Responsibilities

Build professional visibility and referral relationships

Participate in networking and firm-sponsored relationship-building activities

Contribute to origination and client expansion goals

Leadership, Supervision & Mentoring

Oversees work of Attorneys I, Associates, and support staff as assigned

Provides coaching on drafting, research, and matter workflow execution

Core Competencies

Matter ownership and prioritization

Strong drafting and analytical skills

Client confidence and professional communication

Ability to guide junior staff effectively

Preferred Experience

West Texas/Oil & Gas docket experience.

Probate court practice and fiduciary litigation.

Criminal defense trial experience.

Spanish proficiency a plus.

Soft Skills & Competencies

Ownership mindset with high integrity and responsiveness.

Practical problem-solver who balances zealous advocacy with cost/benefit realities.

Team player comfortable mentoring staff and collaborating with partners.

Work Environment

On-site in Midland, TX with regular court appearances in regional venues.

Reasonable travel within Texas for hearings, depositions, and trials.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.

Performance-based bonus opportunities.

Health, dental, vision, retirement plan, CLE and bar dues, malpractice coverage, paid time off.

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