Associate Attorney

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Legal Recruiter to join their dynamic team in Houston. This role involves assisting with Defense Base Act claims, providing sound legal analysis, and communicating effectively with clients and the Department of Labor. The firm values professionalism and offers comprehensive training to ensure your success. With a competitive salary and benefits plan, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow in a supportive and respectful environment. If you are passionate about law and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas or taking the bar in February.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Defense Base Act claims through legal analysis and client communication.
• Draft legal documents and make court appearances as necessary.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Ability to perform under stress

Education

Licensed to practice law

Job description

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Senior Legal Recruiter and Founder of Paralegals Connect

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier, and Eastham is a rapidly growing defense law firm with offices in Houston, Corpus, Galveston, New Orleans, Chicago, and Boca Raton, FL.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with docket involving Defense Base Act claims by:
• Providing sound legal analysis, drafting petitions, and communicating with clients, Department of Labor, and opposing counsel.
• Review, analyze, and summarize claims documents, including medical records, incident reports, and employment files
• Complete legal analysis of files to determine likelihood of recovery, recoverable amounts, identification of additional documentation necessary for recovery, recoverable amounts
• Participate in conferences with the Department of Labor to address issues pertinent to the resolution of files
• Communicate clearly and concisely with clients on issues involving the Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act
• Make court appearances as necessary
• Conduct consultations with potential clients
• Assist with drafting legal documents

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state you wish to work or taking the bar in February
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to perform under stress
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What will make you successful in this role:

• Professionalism
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Willingness to be trained by some of the best attorneys in the DBA industry

What you should expect from The Firm:

• To be treated with respect and professionalism
• Training to ensure success
• Competitive salary and benefits plan
• Open doors that are always willing to listen
• If you are interested in joining us? Please submit your resume! We love to hire and train brand-new lawyers!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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