Litigation Associate

Spencer, Johnson, Harvell, & Spencer, PLLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Dallas law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to handle estate and fiduciary litigation cases. This full-time, on-site role includes drafting legal documents, conducting research, managing depositions, and representing clients in court. The ideal candidate should be proficient in estate law and possess an active Texas law license. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, suitable for someone at the entry level looking to gain experience in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong legal knowledge and expertise in estate, trust, guardianship, and fiduciary law.
• Proficiency in drafting motions and handling legal documentation effectively.
• Demonstrated experience in legal research and preparation for complex cases.
• Practical skills in managing depositions and other procedural matters.
• Familiarity with courtroom procedures and experience working with courts.
• Exceptional professional communication and client management skills.
• Active license to practice law in the state of Texas is required.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, conduct legal research, and handle motions.
• Manage depositions and represent clients in court.
• Communicate with clients and prepare cases for litigation.

Skills

Strong legal knowledge in estate law

Proficiency in drafting legal documents

Experience in legal research

Skills in managing depositions

Familiarity with courtroom procedures

Professional communication skills

Organizational abilities and problem-solving

Education

Active license to practice law in Texas

Job description

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Spencer, & Johnson, Harvell, & Spencer, PLLC is a boutique law firm with a team of four dedicated attorneys focusing on estate, trust, guardianship, and fiduciary litigation. Our practice encompasses courtroom work related to estates, including probating wills, contesting wills or trusts, guardianship and heirship disputes, and cases involving fiduciary liability, such as breach of fiduciary duty. We are committed to providing excellence and personalized services in these specialized legal areas. Located in Dallas, TX, our firm offers a collaborative and client‑focused environment for both clients and team members.

Role Description

This is a full‑time, on‑site position located in Dallas, TX, for a Litigation Associate. The Litigation Associate will be responsible for drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, handling motions, managing depositions, and representing clients in court. The role also includes client communication, case preparation, and addressing a variety of legal issues related to estate, trust, guardianship, and fiduciary litigation.

Qualifications

• Strong legal knowledge and expertise in estate, trust, guardianship, and fiduciary law.
• Proficiency in drafting motions and handling legal documentation effectively.
• Demonstrated experience in legal research and preparation for complex cases.
• Practical skills in managing depositions and other procedural matters.
• Familiarity with courtroom procedures and experience working with courts.
• Exceptional professional communication and client management skills.
• Active license to practice law in the state of Texas is required.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice