Attorney

Richard, Wayne & Roberts; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Case ownership

Advancement opportunities

401k and PTO

Bar dues reimbursement

CLE reimbursement after year

Job summary

Richard, Wayne & Roberts, a growing boutique construction law firm in Houston, seeks Associate and Senior Attorneys. This role offers autonomy, case ownership, and strong work/life balance with hybrid flexibility.

Ideal candidates include Associates with 3–7 years of litigation experience or Seniors with 7+ years in construction litigation, plus solid research, writing, and analytical skills. Experience with construction contracts or M&M liens is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience managing cases, drafting pleadings and motions, and attending hearings, mediations, arbitrations, or trials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage cases from filing through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other court filings; prepare for hearings and trials.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Case management

Job description

We’re partnering with a growing boutique construction law firm, seeking both Associate and Senior Attorneys to join their Houston team.

This is a great opportunity for attorneys looking for autonomy, case ownership, career growth, and a down-to-earth firm environment with a strong work/life balance and hybrid flexibility.

Ideal background:

• Associate: 3–7 years of any litigation experience
• Senior: 7+ years of Construction litigation experience required
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience managing cases, drafting pleadings and motions, and attending hearings, mediations, arbitrations, or trials
• Construction law, contracts, or M&M lien experience is a plus

What’s included:

• Case ownership and autonomy
• Strong advancement opportunities
• 401(k) and PTO
• Bar dues and CLE reimbursement after one year