Litigation Attorney — Path to Shareholder & Lucrative Bonus

Jobot; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low billable hour requirement

Lucrative bonus plan

Defined path to shareholder status

Retirement plan

True work/life balance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our established Texas-based legal team in Midland. You will manage all phases of litigation, from discovery to appeal, while working collaboratively with lawyers, paralegals, and staff. Reside in Midland or relocate as needed.

The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor and prior Texas licensing, with strong negotiation, research, and writing skills, and experience across oil & gas, civil, commercial, or criminal defense litigation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 6 months of experience as a licensed attorney.
• Ideal experience in oil & gas litigation, general civil litigation, commercial litigation, and/or criminal defense.
• Licensed to 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 related tools.

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.

Skills

Negotiation

Litigation

Legal Research

Writing

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Legal research software

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our established Texas-based legal team in Midland. You will manage all phases of litigation, from discovery to appeal, while working collaboratively with lawyers, paralegals, and staff. Reside in Midland or relocate as needed.

The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor and prior Texas licensing, with strong negotiation, research, and writing skills, and experience across oil & gas, civil, commercial, or criminal defense litigation.