Civil Litigation Associate: Case Management & Discovery Focus

Cogent Analytics; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Analytics seeks an Associate Attorney – Litigation in Denton, TX to oversee controlled civil litigation tasks within firm guidelines, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses while tracking deadlines and ensuring accurate, billable work product.

The role requires a JD from an ABA-accredited school, an active Texas license, and 3+ years of civil litigation experience with skills in depositions, court appearances, and client communication.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Texas license to practice law.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience drafting motions and discovery.
• Experience with depositions and court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Maintain calendar accuracy for case deadlines.
• Ensure billing descriptions align with billed production.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions and discovery.
• Provide timely case updates and maintain client communications.

Skills

Civil litigation

Drafting motions

Depositions

Court appearances

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Cogent Analytics seeks an Associate Attorney – Litigation in Denton, TX to oversee controlled civil litigation tasks within firm guidelines, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses while tracking deadlines and ensuring accurate, billable work product.

The role requires a JD from an ABA-accredited school, an active Texas license, and 3+ years of civil litigation experience with skills in depositions, court appearances, and client communication.