Abogado Asociado

Cuccia Wilson PLLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Cuccia Wilson PLLC in Dallas, TX seeks an attorney with litigation experience to join our team, handling cases across counties. You will draft pleadings, motions, briefs, conduct research, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in mediation and trials.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor and Texas State Bar admission; strong writing and analytical skills; ability to work independently and with a team; willingness to travel up to 25% and commit to long hours as needed.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with bar admission in Texas.
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases in court and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in mediation/arbitration.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and trials; draft questions for witnesses.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel; manage litigation docket.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Admission to the Texas State Bar (2+ years)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent research and analytical abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

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 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.

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:

• Bonus opportunities

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:

• 25% (Required)