Description:
We are seeking an associate attorney to join the firm in its Dallas office with 1 to 2 years' experience in civil litigation, preferably in civil litigation with emphasis on construction law and/or insurance defense.The associate attorney provides legal work and will collaborate with other attorneys and legal assistants on civil litigation matters. The job responsibilities may include, among others, managing a docket of litigation files, which may include drafting motions, pleadings, memoranda and briefs, discovery demands and responses, conducting legal research, preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials, and communicating with courts and opposing parties.
Responsibilities:
- Research and analyze legal sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions, and legal codes
- Manage all phases of discovery, including propounding and responding to written discovery, electronic document production, taking and defending depositions
- Prepare legal briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and any other necessary legal documentation
- Formulate legal strategy and case management
- Appear in court for status, hearings, and trials
- Work closely with other attorneys and team members on legal matters
- Communicate with clients and provide status reports
Minimum Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas
- 1 to 2 years of prior experience practicing law
Excellent written and oral communication skills and experience in handling a large volume of cases in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage a caseload independently and responsibly
