Public Entity Civil Rights Attorney

Allen, Glaessner, Hazelwood & Werth, LLP; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing civil litigation defense firm in Texas is seeking ambitious attorneys with 5-7 years of litigation experience across various areas including personal injury and civil rights. The firm offers a fast track to partnership for experienced applicants and considers part-time or contract work, with negotiable salaries based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of litigation experience in personal injury, public entity tort, employment or police civil rights.
• Experience as a district attorney or criminal defense attorney is a bonus.
• Qualified for a fast track to partnership.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases independently and write motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Potential for part-time or contract work.

Skills

Independent case handling

Motion writing

Taking depositions

Defending depositions

Job description

Allen, Glaessner, Hazelwood & Werth, LLP is a growing civil litigation defense firm in need of ambitious attorneys with 5-7 years or more of litigation experience in personal injury, public entity tort, employment or police civil rights. Applicants must have experience with independent case handling, motion writing and taking and defending depositions. Attorneys with litigation backgrounds in defense of public entities, or experience as district attorneys or criminal defense would be a bonus. Experienced applicants will be considered for a fast track to partnership. We will also consider experienced applicants who are interested in part time or contract work. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample (preferably from a dispositive motion such as a demurrer, motion to dismiss, or motion for summary judgment).