Local/Appearance Counsel

Lapin Law Group; Dallas (TX); Presencial; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Lapin Law Group is seeking attorneys admitted to practice in Texas for part-time, semi-remote work within the Dallas area. The ideal candidate will be a solo practitioner ready to take on independent work without handling marketing, client billing, or back-office tasks.

Applicants must be able to serve as Lead Counsel in Texas civil and administrative matters, with in-person appearances only when required. Remote work is supported, with expectations of strong research, writing, and courtroom

Qualificações

• Be licensed by, and in good-standing with, the Texas State Bar.
• Reside in a Texas county/geographic area listed above.
• Possess the knowledge and experience needed to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Be responsible and professional.
• Possess superior legal research and writing skills.
• Possess oral advocacy and courtroom skills.
• Be willing and able, if needed, to serve as lead counsel in litigation matters.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as Lead Counsel in civil and administrative matters in Texas.
• Work from home or other suitable locations for most tasks, with in-person appearances when required (court appearances, depositions).
• Approach cases with a client-service orientation and professional conduct.

Conhecimentos

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Independent work

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Texas law firm has IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for ATTORNEYS ADMITTED TO PRACTICE IN TEXAS who seek to work part-time and semi-remotely, in the geographic area of their residence.

The ideal candidate is a solo practitioner who is seeking additional work, but who does not want to: (1) incur additional expenses for advertising and marketing, (2) spend time attending "networking" and other client-development events, and (3) manage or perform back-office tasks such as client billing and collections.

Applicants must be competent to serve as Lead Counsel in matters in Texas District, County, and Justice courts, in civil and administrative matters.

Successful applicants will NOT be associate attorneys who are constrained by the structure and requirements of a traditional law firm. Except for tasks which require in-person appearances (e.g., court appearances, depositions, etc.), Attorneys may work from home or from any other suitable location.

Attorneys who are invited to join the Firm must be experienced, responsible, and motivated "self-starters," who are "client-service" oriented.

Opportunities Available in the Following Counties/Geographic Areas:

Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas:

• Dallas County.
• Collin County.
• Denton County.
• Tarrant County.

Minimum Qualifications (No Exceptions):

1. Be licensed by, and in good-standing with, the Texas State Bar, with no history of professional discipline.
2. Reside in a Texas county/geographic area listed above.
3. Possess the knowledge and experience needed to work independently, with minimal supervision.
4. Be responsible and professional.
5. Possess superior legal research and writing skills.
6. Possess oral advocacy and courtroom skills.
7. Be willing and able, if needed, to serve as lead counsel in litigation matters.

Application Process:

1. Submit your resume (in Adobe PDF format). Separate and apart from a resume, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a short statement describing the applicant's suitability for this position.
2. Following a preliminary screening, applicants who appear to possess the Minimum Qualifications for this position will be asked to submit a recent sample of their legal writing.
3. Select applicants will then be invited to participate in a remote, video interview.
4. No phone calls, please.

Compensation based on qualifications and experience.