Associate Litigation Attorney - California Bar License

Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k) plan

HSA/FSA

Long-term disability

Year-end bonuses

Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser P.C. seeks highly motivated attorneys with 5 to 10 years of experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking for independent file management, motion practice, courtroom opportunities, depositions, and trial preparation.

We offer a supportive and congenial team environment balanced with autonomy and hands-on experience. Role involves representing clients in federal court and state court litigation, drafting and arguing motions,

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law (state bar).
• 5–10 years of experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal and state court, including depositions and motions.
• Evaluate cases for liability, settlement potential and trial likelihood.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and settlement agreements; appear in court as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

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Full Time Plano, TX, US

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $180,000.00 Annually

Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser P.C. seeks highly motivated attorneys with 5 to 10 years of experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking for independent file management, motion practice, courtroom opportunities, depositions, and trial preparation. We offer a supportive and congenial team environment balanced with autonomy and hands-on experience.

Role and Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal court and some state court litigation proceedings, including conducting written discovery and taking depositions, drafting and arguing discovery motions and dispositive motions, participating in settlement conferences and mediations and engaging in settlement negotiations.
• Review and evaluate cases for liability issues, settlement potential and settlement valuation and likelihood of success on a dispositive motion or trial.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions and settlement agreements and appear in court proceedings in courts across the country (occasional travel required).
• Communicate with counsel for co-defendants and Plaintiff’s counsel on discovery, settlement and other matters and communicate with client and internally with attorneys and paralegals to ensure efficient and effective handling of cases.
• Become familiar with the client’s business processes to provide advice on avoiding litigation and limiting liability.

Preferred Experience

The ideal candidate would have 5-10 years working knowledge of the following:

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Licensed in Texas and/or California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, or Nevada.
• J.D. from accredited law school

Preferred Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Competitive compensation
• Speaking and writing opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Bar expenses paid by Firm
• HSA and FSA plans
• 401(k) Plan
• Firm provided life insurance
• Firm paid long-term disability coverage
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives
• 8 Paid Holidays, and PTO

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Plano, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• On Site with discretionary work from home days.