Associate Attorney (Recent Law School Graduates Welcome)

Josephson Dunlap LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Performance-based bonus opportunities

401(k)

Health, dental, vision, life, and PTD/

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid firm holidays

Job summary

Josephson Dunlap, LLP proudly invites recent law school graduates to join its Houston office as Associate Attorneys. You will gain hands-on litigation experience, working alongside seasoned trial lawyers and mentors to handle meaningful wage-and-hour cases in a fast-paced environment.

No prior wage-and-hour experience is required; strong academic credentials, exceptional writing, and a commitment to developing into a top courtroom advocate are highly valued. Immediate opportunities available.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar license, or pending admission.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and desire to learn.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms or willingness to learn new technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with depositions, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Prepare for trials and arbitration hearings with experienced attorneys.
• Develop litigation strategy with Partners.
• Build courtroom advocacy skills.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Lifelong learning

Tech proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal research platforms

Job description

Position: Associate Attorney (Recent Law School Graduates Welcome)

Location: Houston, TX

Job Id: 107

# of Openings: 1

Associate Attorney (Recent Law School Graduates Welcome)

Launch Your Litigation Career with One of the Nation's Premier Wage & Hour Law Firms

Josephson Dunlap, LLP is a nationally recognized plaintiff-side wage and hour law firm representing employees across the country in complex class actions, collective actions, and arbitrations. We are passionate about protecting workers' rights and providing exceptional legal representation in high-impact litigation. We are currently seeking motivated recent law school graduates and newly licensed attorneys to join our growing team.

If you're looking for a place where you'll gain meaningful courtroom experience, receive hands-on mentorship, and develop into a skilled litigator, this is an opportunity to build your career from day one.

Why Josephson Dunlap?

Our associates receive meaningful responsibility early in their careers. You'll work alongside experienced attorneys and partners while gaining practical experience in every phase of litigation.

We are committed to mentoring and developing talented attorneys who are eager to learn, work hard, and build long-term careers with our firm.

Experience in wage and hour or employment law is not required. We welcome applicants with strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and a desire to become exceptional advocates.

What You'll Do
Litigation & Advocacy

• Assist with depositions, hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings
• Prepare for trials and arbitration hearings alongside experienced attorneys
• Develop litigation strategy with Partners
• Build courtroom advocacy skills

Legal Research & Writing

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research on complex employment law issues
• Analyze legal authorities and develop persuasive arguments

Discovery

• Prepare subpoenas and deficiency letters
• Review documents produced during litigation
• Assist in responding to discovery requests

Settlement

• Participate in settlement negotiations
• Attend mediations and settlement conferences
• Evaluate cases for settlement opportunities
• Work directly with clients throughout the litigation process

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active bar license, recent bar passage, or pending admission
• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• A strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to learn
• Proficiency with legal research platforms or a willingness to quickly learn new technology

Compensation & Benefits

We believe in investing in talented attorneys and providing opportunities for both professional and financial growth. Our compensation package includes:

• Salary: $90,000-$110,000, depending on experience
• Signing bonus
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k)
• Employer-paid health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid firm holidays

Start Your Career with Us

At Josephson Dunlap, you'll gain real litigation experience, receive mentorship from accomplished trial attorneys, and help recover unpaid wages for workers across the country. If you're ready to launch your legal career with a firm that values hard work, professional development, and meaningful advocacy, we'd love to hear from you.

All inquiries and applications will be kept strictly confidential. We are hiring immediately.