Work From Home - Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney

Lydecker is seeking an associate attorney with at least 2 years of experience. We are also open to first year attorneys! Newly Texas barred attorneys are welcomed to apply! This is a hybrid position, located in our Houston or Dallas, TX office. Under the supervision of a partner, the associate will be handling a variety of cases, including the defense of construction defect and general liability. If you possess a strong work ethic and want to work in our defense litigation practice group in Texas this may be the opportunity for you!

A minimum of JD from an ABA approved law school

A minimum of 2 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in construction defect, general liability, bodily injury, premises liability, or products liability.

Previous experience should include working on up to 15+ cases at once, attending and defending depositions, taking depositions, appearance in court, motion and discovery drafting; Computer skills: Has basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.

edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; Keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; Draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery

One-on-one mentorship and training by Partners

• Quarterly bonuses based on your billable hours
• Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary
• Hybrid work environment
• Flexible work hours
• Medical Insurance – Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs – partially paid for by Firm for the employee; Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
• Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Health Savings Account
• Optional Flexible Spending Account
• Lydecker is an AV-rated full-service law firm with over 200 attorneys Nationwide! Vision: Our vision at Lydecker is to be a trusted partner that redefines excellence in legal services. We envision a future where our innovative approach to client service sets new standards in the legal industry. Together, we will shape the future of legal practice, empowering individuals and clients to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Mission Statement: At Lydecker, our mission is simple: to exceed client expectations with efficient, strategic, and collaborative service. We are dedicated to long-term success for our clients, attorneys, and staff, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.

We strive for the highest standards of quality, professionalism, and innovation in delivering legal services. At Lydecker, we foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and support among our attorneys and staff. Care: We take care of our people because we genuinely care about each one of them, and we believe that by fostering a culture of care, we can create a more resilient, supportive, and successful organization for all. We show that we care about our employees through employee well-being, professional growth and development, work-life balance, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement.

We are a growing national litigation firm built on the traditional values of hard work and taking care of our clients. Diverse and Inclusive Ownership & Administrative Leadership. We take pride in having a significant portion of our attorneys and administrative leadership being a part of diverse groups. Many of our Firm's Shareholders and Administrative Leadership Team self-identify as historically underrepresented groups such as people of color, women, persons with disabilities, and/or LGBTQIA+. Experience swift career progression, hands-on litigation learning, and abundant opportunities for professional development with mentoring from more senior attorneys in small, collaborative practice groups. Flexible Work-Life Integration. We value your need to have a flexible schedule and work from home and hybrid work opportunities. Competitive salaries, quarterly bonus opportunities based on billable hours, paid time off, top-notch medical insurance with no copay for outpatient mental health access, paid parking or commuter benefits, and a robust 401k plan.