Staff Attorney

Kosmos; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to manage cases primarily in Texas, with remote work options. The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctor, have 1-4 years of experience, and possess excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include managing litigation cases, conducting legal research, and drafting legal documents. This role offers flexibility and requires attendance at in-person hearings in Texas as needed.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice law in Texas.
• 1 – 4 years of litigation experience preferred; entry-level candidates considered.
• Knowledge of foreclosure, real estate, secured transactions preferred.
• Knowledge of foreclosure, real estate, secured transactions and creditor’s rights preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet usage.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation and pre-litigation cases.
• Research and prepare legal analysis.
• Draft pleadings and conduct discovery.
• Research and prepare legal analyses on risks, exposure and strategy.
• Draft and argue pleadings and motions; conduct discovery.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and conferences (telephonic, video, in person).
• Assist with bankruptcy motions, hearings and adversary proceedings as needed.
• Coordinate with clients and supervising partners on case strategy.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Word

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in Outlook

Interest in real estate law

Education

Juris Doctor from accredited law school

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Internet research

Job description

Overview

Growing Law firm in Dallas is looking for a Litigation Attorney to practice in Texas, with remote work available but primarily based out of the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Attorneys have the flexibility to work remotely, if desired.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage litigation cases from inception to completion.
• Manage pre-litigation cases and clear title to real property.
• Develop and seek approval for budgets and legal strategy.
• Research and prepare legal analysis on risks, exposure and strategies.
• Draft/argue pleadings and motions.
• Conduct all aspects of discovery.
• Develop and implement case strategy with supervising partner and client; communicate directly with clients.
• Attend court hearings, mediation, settlement conferences, etc. both telephonic, via video and in person.
• Assist with bankruptcy motions, hearings and adversary proceedings, as needed.
• Other duties and special projects as needed.
• Manage settlement conferences, etc. both telephonic, via video and in person.
• Other duties and special projects as needed.

Job Requirements

• Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in the state of Texas and maintain all necessary licensing and MCLE requirements; (additional license in firm’s other footprint states a plus).
• 1 – 4 years of litigation experience preferred, but will consider entry-level candidates with strong interest in real estate or mortgage law.
• Knowledge of foreclosure, real estate, secured transactions and creditor’s rights preferred, but not required.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be proficient in software tools including Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
• Candidate must live in Texas or one of the firm’s other footprint states; candidate must be available and willing to attend in person hearings in Texas, as needed.