Junior Corporate Attorney: Contracts, Litigation & Real Estate

Chugh, LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chugh, LLP in Houston, TX is seeking an attorney with a broad grounding in general legal practice focused on corporate, transactional, litigation, and real estate matters. Knowledge of immigration law a plus.

The role involves researching complex legal issues, drafting briefs for supervising attorneys or clients, and appearing in court or arbitration. Candidates should be organized, able to plan independently, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Graduate of an accredited law school.
• Strong organizational and independent planning abilities.
• Flexible and adaptable with good multitasking.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Experience in general legal practice with focus on corporate, transactional, litigation, and real estate law.
• Researching and analyzing law on complex issues and writing briefs for submission to a supervising attorney, or for submission to a 3rd party like client, court, mediator, or arbitrator as needed.
• Appearing in court, arbitration, or other judicial tribunal on behalf of the firm’s client and presenting well-reasoned arguments to the judicial body.
• Analyzing, reviewing and summarizing complicated legal documents.
• Negotiating with outside parties on contractual issues and legal disputes including settlement conferences.
• Anticipating and mitigating potential legal issues or concerns and developing strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce risk exposure.
• Performing due diligence in legal matters concerning contracts, agreements, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Additional responsibilities, as directed by leadership.

Skills

Legal research

Court appearances

Negotiation

Project management

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Licensed to practice law in Texas

Graduate of an accredited law school

Job description

Chugh, LLP in Houston, TX is seeking an attorney with a broad grounding in general legal practice focused on corporate, transactional, litigation, and real estate matters. Knowledge of immigration law a plus.

The role involves researching complex legal issues, drafting briefs for supervising attorneys or clients, and appearing in court or arbitration. Candidates should be organized, able to plan independently, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.