High-Stakes Litigation Associate | Trial & Strategy Support

White & Case LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

White & Case LLP in Houston is seeking a capable support professional to assist in high-stakes commercial litigation matters. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs, and help partners develop case strategies.

You will coordinate discovery, organize documents, manage evidence, and oversee case files to meet deadlines. The role may involve prelim hearings, depositions, and client management, with opportunities to mentor junior lawyers.

Qualifications

• The role involves supporting various aspects of case preparation, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and assisting senior lawyers in developing case strategies.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating discovery processes, reviewing and organizing documents, managing evidence collection, and managing case files to ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• The position may involve representing clients in preliminary hearings and depositions, providing essential support during trials alongside senior colleagues, and may also provide substantial support with client management.
• May involve coordinating work of junior lawyers and contributing to coaching and development.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings/motions/briefs

Case management

Job description

White & Case LLP in Houston is seeking a capable support professional to assist in high-stakes commercial litigation matters. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs, and help partners develop case strategies.

You will coordinate discovery, organize documents, manage evidence, and oversee case files to meet deadlines. The role may involve prelim hearings, depositions, and client management, with opportunities to mentor junior lawyers.