Litigator

Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance for attorneys and/or

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) / profit sharing

Cell phone reimbursement

Life and LT disability insurance

Bar fees covered

CLE expenses covered

Job summary

Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC in Austin, TX seeks a full-time Litigator to handle complex electric and telecommunications regulatory matters, administrative proceedings, and related litigation for utility clients. The firm, established in 1917, offers a collaborative environment and growth opportunities.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, 5+ years of relevant experience, and is licensed in Texas in good standing. Office-based role with some travel potential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas in good standing; top third if 3 years or less.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in regulatory litigation, preferably electric/telecom.
• Must be able to work in-office in Austin, TX; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support regulatory proceedings, spin-off litigation, and condemnation activity.
• Handle complex matters in electric and telecommunications industries.
• Provide client service to utilities and infrastructure investors.
• Manage multiple litigation priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Regulatory litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Competitive salary with annual bonus plan (exact amount Not specified)

5+ years of relevant work experience; Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school; Licensed and in good standing with the State of Texas; If licensed 3 years or less, graduated in top third of law school class; Experience in administrative litigation (preferably electric or telecommunications); Willing to work in Austin, TX.

Law Firm Job

Litigator – Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC (Austin, TX)

Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC, a Texas law firm established in 1917, is seeking a full-time Litigator for its Austin, TX office. The role focuses on complex electric and telecommunications regulatory matters, administrative proceedings, spin-off litigation, and condemnation activity for utility and infrastructure clients.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensure: Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of Texas. Candidates licensed 3 years or less must have graduated in the top third of their law school class.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience, with experience handling administrative litigation matters (preferably in the electric or telecommunications sector).
• Location & Mobility: Ability to work in-person at the Austin, TX office; occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Support administrative proceedings, spin-off litigation, and condemnation activity.
• Work on complex regulatory matters in the electric and telecommunications industries.
• Provide client service to utilities and infrastructure investors.
• Manage competing litigation priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Salary: Competitive salary with an annual bonus plan (exact figure not specified).
• Mode: Full-time (Austin office).
• Benefits: Fully firm-paid medical insurance for attorneys and dependents (minimal annual deductible), dental, vision, 401(k)/profit sharing after 1 year, cell phone reimbursement, life and long-term disability insurance, state bar fees, and CLE expenses covered. Partnership consideration available after 5 years with credit given for prior experience.