Description:
We have an opening for an associate attorney (2-6 years in practice) in our Dallas office. The ideal candidate will have some experience in contracts, construction law and/or business disputes. Compensation is negotiable, but commensurate with experience.Qualifications:
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Independent and goal driven with a desire to learn
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Experience in analyzing, reviewing, editing, and drafting legal documents
- Superior logical reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Experience conducting and defending depositions
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to work with, and meet the expectations of, clients who demand excellence
- JD from accredited law school and licensed to practice in Texas
Responsibilities:
- Assist senior attorneys with litigation
- Manage projects from start to finish
- Conduct and defend depositions, prepare and respond to discovery, and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Legal research and analysis
- Attend hearings, mediations, trial, and arbitration