Litigation Associate

NACBA; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Dunbar in Houston seeks an experienced associate to join our Litigation Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of civil litigation experience, with a focus on maritime and/or trucking defense matters.

You will work alongside skilled attorneys, develop strong writing and research skills, and contribute to case preparation, discovery, and trial work while benefiting from mentoring and resources offered by the firm.

Qualifications

• Must have strong writing and research skills with excellent academic credentials.
• Must have over 5 years of civil litigation experience, with a concentration on maritime and/or trucking defense matters.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Maritime defense

Strong writing skills

Strong research skills

Job description

Phelps Dunbar is seeking an experienced associate to join the Litigation Practice Group in our Houston office. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of civil litigation experience, with a concentration on maritime and/or trucking defense matters.

Our success is based on the expertise of our lawyers. As Phelps Dunbar expands regionally, we look to hire bright, energetic, and motivated attorneys with excellent academic credentials, legal abilities, and skills. The Firm prides itself on the legal expertise and personal qualities of our attorneys who practice at the Firm. Phelps Dunbar offers attorneys exceptional opportunities and resources to help them learn, grow, and develop in the practice of law. As our attorneys progress throughout their careers, we recognize the importance of maintaining our standards of excellence through mentoring, training, and team building.

Job Requirements:

Must have strong writing and research skills with excellent academic credentials.