Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Low Billable Hour Requirement

Lucrative Bonus Plan

Defined Path to Shareholder Status

Retirement Plan

True Work/Life Balance

Job summary

Jobot in Texas is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our established legal team. Whether you're a recently licensed or seasoned attorney, we encourage you to apply! This role is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking team collaboration, true work/life balance, and experience across multiple practice areas.

You must currently reside in Midland or be willing to relocate. The compensation includes a salary with a lucrative bonus structure and a defined path to shareholder status.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience as a licensed attorney.
• Texas licensure to practice law.
• Experience in oil & gas litigation or civil/commercial litigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement litigation strategies with the legal team.
• Manage all phases of the litigation process (discovery to appeal).
• Represent the organization in court and negotiate settlements.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case prep.
• Draft, review, and negotiate pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Stay updated on latest legal developments and trends.
• Provide litigation-related legal advice to clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff for case management.

Skills

Negotiation

Advocacy

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Tools

Legal research software

Job description

Job details

Low Billable Hour Requirement + Lucrative Bonus Structure + Path to Shareholder

Salary: $115,000 - $185,000 per year

A bit about us

We represent clients throughout Texas in various practice areas from civil litigation and criminal defense to oil & gas.

Why join us

• Competitive Compensation
• Low Billable Hour Requirement
• Lucrative Bonus Plan
• Defined Path to Shareholder Status
• Retirement Plan
• True Work/Life Balance

Job Details

We are currently seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our established legal team.

Whether you're a recently licensed or seasoned attorney, we encourage you to apply!

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking team collaboration, true work/life balance, and experience across multiple practice areas.

You must currently reside in Midland or be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement litigation strategies in coordination with the legal team.
• Manage all phases of the litigation process, including discovery, pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
• Represent the organization in court, presenting facts, arguing the case, and negotiating settlements.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the latest legal developments and trends.
• Provide legal advice to clients on litigation-related matters.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure efficient case management.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 6 months of experience as a licensed attorney
• Ideal experience will be in oil & gas litigation, general civil litigation, commercial litigation, and/or criminal defense.
• Licensed in practice in Texas.
• Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, judges, and opposing counsel.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High level of professional ethics and integrity.
• Proficiency in using legal research software and other related tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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