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Salary: $130,000 - $185,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a Houston-based boutique law firm, established in the late 90s, that specializes in insurance defense, transportation litigation, products liability, premises liability, and commercial litigation.
Why join us?
Medical/Dental/Vision
Life insurance and AD&D
Short and long term disability
401k with match
Strong Bonus structure
Dynamic Caseload & Trial Exposure: Opportunity to handle a diverse mix of first and third-party insurance defense, with an emphasis on third-party matters currently. And if you’re eager for courtroom experience? This firm has tried over 35 cases since COVID, and they empower associates to handle depositions, hearings, and trials early on!Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: No rigid billable hour quotas. This firm prioritizes quality work, and offers bonuses after 1900 billable hours, demonstrating a commitment to your success and well-being.Rapid Career Advancement & Partnership Potential: Unlike firms with stagnant partnership tracks, this firm rewards performance. Your hard work and business development skills can propel you to partnership within a few years.Exceptional Culture & Team: Join a close-knit, ethical team with a stellar reputation in the community. You'll find a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and where the firm actively works to improve employee experience.Autonomy & Impact: Enjoy the freedom to shape your role and contribute to firm policies. This firm's lack of bureaucracy allows for agile decision-making and a truly impactful work environment.
Job Details
Job Details:
Our prestigious legal firm is actively seeking a dynamic Litigation Attorney to join our team. This position offers a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, strategic, and client-focused professional to play a key role in our litigation team. The successful candidate will handle a wide variety of complex legal matters, from inception through appeal. This is a challenging and rewarding role that demands high levels of initiative, creativity, and strategic thinking.
Responsibilities:
As a Litigation Attorney, you will be expected to handle a diverse array of tasks, which include but are not limited to:
1. Representing clients in all stages of litigation, including fact investigation, legal research, drafting legal documents, managing discovery, and presenting arguments in court.
2. Conducting depositions of parties and witnesses, which involves interviewing witnesses, experts, and other parties involved in the case.
3. Negotiating settlements on behalf of clients, which requires excellent negotiation skills and a deep understanding of our clients' best interests.
4. Developing litigation strategies and making recommendations to clients based on a thorough understanding of the facts and legal issues of each case.
5. Providing legal advice to clients and keeping them informed about the status of their cases.
6. Collaborating with other attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure the best representation for our clients.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Litigation Attorney position should possess the following qualifications:
1. A Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing litigation attorney in related practice area.
4. Proven experience in conducting depositions and managing own caseload from inception to trial.
5. Exceptional litigation skills, including excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
6. A proven track record of effectively managing a caseload.
7. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and team members.
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively.
9. A high degree of professionalism and adherence to strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
10. The ability to work independently, but also as part of a team, in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
If you are a seasoned litigation attorney with a passion for justice, a strategic mindset, and a commitment to providing outstanding legal services, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your legal career in a supportive and challenging environment.
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