Associate Attorney Real Estate Civil Litigation

Tuck Mcclimon PLLC; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Bastrop, Texas is looking for a skilled Associate Attorney. This full-time role involves handling real estate and civil litigation matters, requiring courtroom advocacy, strong legal writing, and client management. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and an active Texas license. The salary range is $80,000 to $160,000 based on experience. A supportive environment awaits driven individuals ready to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in civil litigation preferred.
• Strong candidates with less experience will be considered.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage a full caseload.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in real estate and civil litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal documents.
• Attend and advocate at hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients.

Skills

Legal writing

Courtroom advocacy

Client management

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in Texas

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About Tuck McClimon, PLLC

Tuck McClimon is a reputable law firm focused on family law, civil litigation, real estate, and estate planning. We proudly serve Central Texas, including Bastrop, Travis, Williamson, and Fayette Counties. We are committed to providing client-centered, results-driven legal services, and are seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join our growing team.

Position Summary

The Associate Attorney will handle a docket of real estate and civil litigation matters. This role requires courtroom advocacy, strong legal writing, client management, and collaboration with senior attorneys and support staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in real estate and civil litigation matters, from intake through final disposition.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis to develop strategies.
• Attend and advocate at hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials.
• Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients.
• Ensure accurate documentation of case files and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Texas.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in civil litigation preferred (strong candidates with less experience will be considered).
• Exceptional research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage a full caseload.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $80,000 – $160,000 (commensurate with experience)

Work Environment

This position requires a consistent presence in our Bastrop office at least 4 days per week during the initial training period. Hybrid or Austin-based office arrangements may be available upon approval.

Application Instructions

To apply, please email the following materials to [e-mail] with the subject line “Associate Attorney Application”.

Tuck McClimon, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

If you are passionate about advocacy and ready to grow your career in a supportive, high-performing legal team, we encourage you to apply and join us in making a difference for Central Texas families and businesses.