Associate Attorney

Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins and Mott‚ LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP in Austin seeks an associate attorney licensed to practice in Texas to join a collaborative litigation team.

As an associate, you will work with partners, staff, and clients, gaining hands-on experience in all phases of litigation without billable hour pressure.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of legal experience preferred.
• Admitted to the State Bar of Texas.
• Doctorate degree required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, notices, and judgments.
• Conduct legal research and analyze issues, including chains of title and tax matters.
• Prepare for dockets and represent clients in court appearances.
• Collaborate with staff on collection and litigation activitiesCommunicate with clients, taxpayers, and opposing counsel.
• Participate in business development, including networking events and statewide conferences.

Skills

Caseload management

Issue analysis

Legal research

Clear writing

Supervisory responsibilities

Education

Doctorate (Required)

Job description

Our Austin office is seeking a reliable and energetic associate attorney licensed to practice in Texas. As an associate, you'll be part of a collaborative environment, working closely with partners, colleagues, staff, and clients, gaining hands‑on experience in every phase of litigation – all without the pressure of billable hour requirements. We invest in your professional growth through ongoing training, a structured mentorship and development program, and opportunities to engage in marketing and business development, empowering you to take ownership of your role and position yourself for future partnership opportunities.

Starting Compensation

$85,000 - $100,000 per year

Essential Duties

• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, notices, and judgments
• Conduct legal research and analyze issues, including chains of title and tax matters
• Prepare for dockets and represent clients in court appearances
• Collaborate with staff on collection and litigation activitiesCommunicate with clients, taxpayers, and opposing counsel
• Participate in business development, including networking events and statewide conferences

Professional Skills

• Effectively manage a large caseload
• Identify and analyze complex issues
• Provide research that is thorough and responsive to issue at hand
• Write in an organized, clear, and concise manner
• Work in a supervisory position

Required Experience

• 0-2 years of legal experience preferred
• Admitted to the State Bar of Texas

About Us: When Experience, Reputation and Performance Matter

Established in Amarillo, Texas in 1970, Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP is one of the oldest law firms providing collection services and related legal representation to government entities. Perdue Brandon is actively growing and currently has 15 primary offices in Texas and multiple satellite locations in Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida servicing clients in nine states.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Eligible for 401(k) matching up to 6%
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Firm paid Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday to Friday, occasional evening and weekend events

Supplemental pay types

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate

• Austin, TX 78731: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education

• Doctorate (Required)

Willingness to travel

• 25% (Required)