Associate Attorney

Hinojosa Law, PLLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hinojosa Law, PLLC in Houston, TX seeks an Associate Attorney to join our firm. You will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and update and maintain files while learning from more experienced attorneys. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop and grow in their law career.

This position offers growth opportunities and exposure to diverse matters in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with bar admission.
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Deposition and litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office; ability to learn new legal software.
• Ability to build rapport with clients, manage time effectively, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Meet with current clients and potential new clients.
• Manage assigned docket of litigation cases.
• Negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Draft and respond to discovery.
• Present and assist in preparing clients for depositions and mediation.
• Appear in court, at hearings, and trials.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Client rapport

Time management

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Legal software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our law firm. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will gain experience and have the opportunity to learn from more experienced attorneys. This position is ideal for someone seeking to develop and grow in their law career.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Responsibilities

• Meet with current clients and potential new clients
• Manage assigned docket of litigation cases
• Negotiate on behalf of clients
• Draft pleadings and motions
• Draft and respond to discovery
• Present and assist in preparing clients for depositions and mediation
• Appear in court, at hearings, and trials

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Previous deposition and litigation experience
• Strong legal research, written, and verbal communication skills required
• Competency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn new legal software
• Ability to build rapport with clients, manage time properly, and work independently
• Proficiency and knowledge of procedural Texas law and the litigation process

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish