Litigation Attorney: Courtroom & Client Advocacy

Hinojosa Law, PLLC; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hinojosa Law, PLLC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Texas litigation team. You will provide legal counsel, draft documents, and handle discovery and case management. This role offers growth and mentorship as you develop yourown expertise in complex cases.

The ideal candidate will have a J.D., active ABA membership, and solid deposition/litigation experience, with strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills to support clients in a range of disputes.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and bar admission.
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Previous deposition and litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and MS Office; ability to learn new legal software.
• Ability to build rapport with clients, manage time, and work independently.
• Knowledge of Texas procedural law and the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Meet with current clients and potential new clients.
• Manage assigned docket of litigation cases.
• Negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Draft and respond to discovery.
• Present and assist in preparing clients for depositions and mediation.
• Appear in court, at hearings, and trials.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings and motions

Litigation experience

Verbal communication

Time management

Independence

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Bar exam

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal software

Job description

Hinojosa Law, PLLC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Texas litigation team. You will provide legal counsel, draft documents, and handle discovery and case management. This role offers growth and mentorship as you develop yourown expertise in complex cases.

The ideal candidate will have a J.D., active ABA membership, and solid deposition/litigation experience, with strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills to support clients in a range of disputes.