Associate Attorney — Complex Liability & Catastrophic Loss

Chartwell Law; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Law in Dallas, TX is seeking an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic counsel in court, arbitrations, and depositions. The role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, along with the ability to collaborate with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate independence, strong communication, and a commitment to meeting the annual 1,950-hour billable

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active TX bar license required; Oklahoma/Arkansas bar a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a practice group.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with depositions, arbitrations, mediations, and discovery.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Represent clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions.
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Expert witness retention and collaboration.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Collaborate with partners, clients and stakeholders to deliver strategic legal advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Independent work

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Chartwell Law in Dallas, TX is seeking an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic counsel in court, arbitrations, and depositions. The role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, along with the ability to collaborate with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate independence, strong communication, and a commitment to meeting the annual 1,950-hour billable