Staff Attorney - Entry Level

Kosmos; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Texas is seeking a Litigation Attorney to manage cases from inception to completion. This role offers the flexibility of remote work but is primarily based in Dallas. Candidates should hold a Juris Doctor and be admitted to practice law in Texas. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in legal software are essential. The firm is open to considering entry-level candidates with a strong interest in real estate or mortgage law.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice law in Texas and maintain necessary licensing.
• 1-4 years of litigation experience preferred, entry-level candidates considered.
• Candidate must live in Texas or firm’s other footprint states.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation cases from inception to completion.
• Develop and seek approval for budgets and legal strategy.
• Attend court hearings, mediation, and settlement conferences.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in software tools

Knowledge of foreclosure and real estate

Education

Juris Doctor from accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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, Texas area. Attorneys have the flexibility to work remotely, if desired.

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 litigation cases, settlement conferences, etc. both telephonic, via video and in person.

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.