Associate Attorney

Hinojosa Law, PLLC; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hinojosa Law, PLLC is seeking an Associate Attorney in Texas to provide counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and maintain files. You will learn from senior attorneys and develop your law career in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes client meetings, litigation work, depositions, and court appearances, with growth opportunities as you advance in practice areas, always in a supportive firm culture.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and bar exam completed.
• Active member of the ABA.
• Previous deposition and litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and MS Office; ability to learn new software.

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

Procedural Texas law

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

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