Contract Staff Attorney - [HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS ONLY]

The Devenere Law Collective PLLC; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Devenere Law Collective PLLC in Houston is seeking a Contract Staff Attorney with substantial civil litigation experience to manage complex matters in state and federal court. The role involves handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and client communications in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Qualified candidates are Texas-licensed with 8+ years of practice, strong trial background, and ability to meet high billable-hour requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed in the State of Texas.
• Minimum 8+ years of legal practice.
• Knowledge in three or more practice areas: Probate/Estate Planning; Real Estate; Business Transaction & Litigation; Family Law.
• Demonstrated experience in civil litigation.
• Trial experience is required.
• Ability to meet a minimum of 60 billable hours bi-weekly (120+ hours per month).
• Strong ability to independently manage cases and deadlines.
• Ability to accept full-time employment after expiration of contract.
• Capability to go to court within Harris County and contiguous counties.

Aufgaben

• Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, and federal court filings
• Conduct legal research and develop strategic case approaches
• Represent clients in state and federal court hearings, mediations, and trials
• Handle all phases of discovery, including depositions, interrogatories, and document production
• Ensure compliance with federal and state procedural rules and court deadlines
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Provide case evaluations and legal recommendations
• Collaborate with internal team members, including case managers and support staff
• Maintain accurate and timely billing records to meet required billable hours

Kenntnisse

Civil litigation

Trial experience

Case management

Legal research

Client communication

Court appearances

Jobbeschreibung

Now Hiring: Contract Staff Attorney - [HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS ONLY]

The Devenere Law Collective (DLC) was built from a vision shaped by years of experience acrossmultiple areas of law and a deep commitment to collaboration, innovation, and community. What beganas a journey through the evolving challenges of the legal profession grew into something greater—acollective of like-minded attorneys dedicated to providing strategic, client-centered legalservices. Today, DLC continues to grow as a modern, inclusive firm where diverse perspectives arevalued and attorneys are empowered to thrive. We are currently seeking a Contract Staff Attorney to join our expanding team.

Position Overview

This is a contract-based role for an experienced civil litigation attorney who is confident managingcomplex matters, appearing in both state and federal court, and maintaining a consistent caseloadin a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, and federal court filings
• Conduct legal research and develop strategic case approaches
• Represent clients in state and federal court hearings, mediations, and trials
• Handle all phases of discovery, including depositions, interrogatories, and document production
• Ensure compliance with federal and state procedural rules and court deadlines
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Provide case evaluations and legal recommendations
• Collaborate with internal team members, including case managers and support staff
• Maintain accurate and timely billing records to meet required billable hours

Required Qualifications

• Licensed in the State of Texas
• Minimum 8+ years of legal practice
• Must be knowledgeable in three or more of the following practice areas: (i) Probate/Estate Planning; (ii) Real Estate; (iii) Business Transaction & Litigation; and (iv) Family Law.
• Demonstrated experience in civil litigation (required)
• Trial experience (required)Ability to meet a minimum of 60 billable hours bi-weekly (120+ hours per month)
• Strong ability to independently manage cases and deadlines
• Ability to accept fulltime employment after expiration of contract
• Capability to go to court within Harris County and any of the contiguous counties

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling federal litigation matters
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

What We’re Looking For

We value diverse perspectives and are seeking driven attorneys who bring professionalism, empathy, and a client-centered approach. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and thrives in acollaborative legal environment.

Work Structure

• Contract position for 6+ months minimum
• Minimum 120+ hours per month required
• Although this position is remote, the Attorney must be available for court appearances as needed
• Ability to accept fulltime employment after expiration of contract

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are also actively recruiting:

Appearance Attorneys in the following areas:

• Business Litigation
• Probate
• Construction Litigation
• Family/Guardianships
• Civil Litigation

Contract Attorneys (Immediate Need):

• One Family Law Attorney
• One Civil Litigation Attorney (must be federally licensed)