Associate Attorney

Jobot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

401(k)

Mentorship

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a junior Litigation Associate for our Austin, TX office. The role offers high-level civil litigation exposure, handling case analysis, discovery, motions, and trial preparation as part of a dynamic legal team.

The candidate will work closely with attorneys to develop strategies, draft briefs and pleadings, and represent clients in court. Competitive compensation and benefits accompany this full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Texas State Bar.
• Proven track record of managing a diverse caseload.
• Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil litigation from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, preparing and arguing motions, and managing trials.
• Collaborate with other attorneys to develop legal strategies and facilitate the resolution of legal disputes.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct extensive legal research to support case preparation and legal proceedings.
• Represent clients in court and before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in civil litigation.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in an attempt to resolve cases early.
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism and ethical conduct in all interactions.
• Stay updated on current legislation and legal changes that might affect the firm's clients.
• Work closely with our team of attorneys to develop strategies and facilitate resolutions.

Skills

Juris Doctor (JD)

Texas bar admission

Diverse caseload management

Research skills

Written & verbal communication

Negotiation

Time management

Professionalism & ethics

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

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Job details

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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeana Patel Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us

National litigation law firm is seeking a litigation associate for it's Austin, TX office. This firm is the premiere firm for practice areas such as insurance subrogation, products liability, catastrophic loss, and mass tort litigation. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a long-lasting career with a company that values its employees. Many of the team members have been with the firm for 5, 10, or even 15+ years.

Why join us

• Comprehensive benefits plan
• 401(k)
• Mentorship

Job Details

We are seeking a junior Litigation Associate to join our dynamic legal team. This position is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to provide high-level legal support in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling all aspects of civil litigation, including but not limited to, case analysis, pre-trial discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation. The candidate will work closely with our team of attorneys to develop legal strategies and facilitate the resolution of legal disputes. This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil litigation from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, preparing and arguing motions, and managing trials.
• Collaborate with other attorneys to develop legal strategies and facilitate the resolution of legal disputes.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct extensive legal research to support case preparation and legal proceedings.
• Represent clients in court and before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in civil litigation.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in an attempt to resolve cases early.
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism and ethical conduct in all interactions.
• Stay updated on current legislation and legal changes that might affect the firm's clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar of Texas
• Proven track record of successfully managing a diverse caseload.
• Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex legal issues.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

If you are seeking a law firm that invests in its associates and have a desire to provide top-notch legal services, we would love to hear from you.

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