Newly Licensed TX Attorney — Hands-On Mentorship

U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Mentorship and training

Hands-on litigation experience

Opportunities to appear in court

Professional growth

Job summary

JW Zepeda Law Firm, PLLC is seeking a newly licensed Texas attorney who is eager to learn and grow into a confident litigator. You will draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, talk to clients, and help prepare for hearings, mediations, and trial.

Mentorship, training, and direct feedback will be provided to develop advocacy skills and professional judgment. You will work on real cases, communicate with clients, and take on increasing responsibility while you gain courtroom experience and learn

Qualifications

• Active Texas law license in good standing.
• Newly licensed attorney or attorney with limited post-licensure experience.
• No prior attorney experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and personal accountability.
• Motivated, curious, and eager to learn.
• Coachable and receptive to direct feedback.
• Willing to take ownership of assignments and follow them through.
• Able to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Willing to travel throughout Texas for hearings, depositions, mediations, and other case-related matters.
• Comfortable appearing both in person and remotely when appropriate.
• Professional judgment, integrity, and willingness to ask questions when needed.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence.
• Assist with case strategy and litigation preparation.
• Prepare for hearings, depositions, mediations, and negotiations.
• Attend and participate in court proceedings.
• Develop courtroom and advocacy skills.
• Work directly with experienced attorneys.
• Learn how litigation matters move from beginning to resolution.
• Take on greater responsibility as your skills and judgment develop.

Job description

JW Zepeda Law Firm, PLLC is seeking a newly licensed Texas attorney who is eager to learn and grow into a confident litigator. You will draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, talk to clients, and help prepare for hearings, mediations, and trial.

Mentorship, training, and direct feedback will be provided to develop advocacy skills and professional judgment. You will work on real cases, communicate with clients, and take on increasing responsibility while you gain courtroom experience and learn