Classification Attorney

Nacba; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

State Bar of Texas is seeking the Chief Disciplinary Counsel representative to oversee the attorney disciplinary process. You will engage with complainants, respondents, and agencies while coordinating classification decisions and related communications.

The role requires a Texas law license, strong legal writing and research, and the ability to manage a fluctuating caseload with discretion and professionalism. Hybrid work arrangements are available at the employer's discretion.

Qualifications

• Active Texas law license is required.
• Minimum of two years of legal experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct and related statutes.
• Technological competency with commonly used software and video conferencing tools.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates grievances against attorneys for proper classification and processing.
• Ensures timely transmission of complaints to the appropriate regional office.
• Notifies parties in writing of classification outcomes and advises on appeal rights.
• Transmits appealed classifications to the Board of Disciplinary Appeals.
• Ensures accurate data entry of each written grievance for tracking.
• Responds to communications while maintaining confidentiality.
• May present cases for summary dismissal to panels of district grievance committees.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Confidentiality

Deadline management

Legal analysis

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

General Description

Represents the Chief Disciplinary Counsel and/or Commission for Lawyer Discipline during the attorney disciplinary process. May occasionally represent the State Bar of Texas in litigation. Involves frequent contact with State Bar departments, complainants, respondents, and other outside agencies and organizations.

Primary Functions

• 1. Evaluates grievances against attorneys filed with the Office of the Chief Disciplinary Counsel for proper classification and processing.
• 2. Assures timely transmission of complaints to appropriate regional office.
• 3. Notifies parties in writing of classification outcomes and advises complainants and respondents of their right to appeal an “Inquiry” classification to the Board of Disciplinary Appeals.
• 4. Assures accurate and timely transmission of appealed “Inquiry” classifications to the Board of Disciplinary Appeals.
• 5. Assures accurate data entry of each written grievance for tracking and record-keeping purposes.
• 6. Responds to communications from complainants, respondents, witnesses, and the public while maintaining confidentiality.
• 7. May present cases for summary dismissal to panels of district grievance committees.
• 8. Performs other responsibilities as required.

Position Requirements

Must have an active Texas law license. A minimum of two years of legal experience preferred. Should have knowledge of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, the Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure, the State Bar Act [Chapter 81 of the Texas Government Code], the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, the Texas Rules of Evidence, and the State Bar Rules. Position also requires technological competency, including experience using Microsoft Word, Adobe, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook, etc. Must be able to perform effective and efficient legal research, analysis, and writing. Must be able to communicate effectively, coordinate workflow, work well with others, and meet deadlines, while managing a large and fluctuating caseload. Must perform duties in a professional and respectful manner. Must abide by confidentiality rules and other rules that apply to the attorney disciplinary system in Texas. Occasional travel required.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule of remote work and in office at the discretion of employer.