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:
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: