Trial Attorney I

State Bar of Texas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Bar of Texas is seeking an experienced attorney to represent the Texas Commission for Lawyer Discipline in various proceedings. The role includes evaluating settlement offers and presenting cases against licensed attorneys before grievance panels.

Candidates should have a minimum of three years in litigation and be licensed to practice law in Texas. Proficiency in legal writing, research, and various software tools is essential. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing.
• Minimum of three years of litigation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and evaluate settlement offers.
• Represent the Commission for Lawyer Discipline in civil actions.
• Perform pre-litigation investigations on grievances against attorneys.
• Present Complaints to grievance committee panels.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Effective communication

Knowledge of Civil Procedure

Education

Law degree and license to practice in Texas

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

General Description

Represents the Texas Commission for Lawyer Discipline in attorney discipline proceedings before District Grievance Committees, District Courts, and the Board of Disciplinary Appeals. This position involves frequent contact with State Bar departments, as well as with outside agencies and organizations.

Primary Functions

• Negotiates and evaluates settlement offers on behalf of the Commission for Lawyer Discipline in attorney discipline matters.
• Represents the State Bar of Texas, Commission for Lawyer Discipline, and/or Chief Disciplinary Counsel in civil actions pending in Texas state and federal courts.
• Performs pre‑litigation investigations related to the processing of grievances against licensed Texas attorneys.
• Presents Complaints against licensed Texas Attorneys to grievance committee panels.
• Acts as liaison with Special Counsel as assigned.
• Mentors less experienced lawyers in the office.
• Provides ethical direction to State Bar members and Staff.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Position Requirements

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Texas and be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. A minimum of three years of litigation experience is preferred. Some experience in civil and/or criminal investigative work preferred. The position requires knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Evidence, Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, and Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure. Effective legal research and writing skills. Experience using Microsoft Word, Adobe, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook, etc. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively, coordinate workflow to meet mandatory deadlines, manage a large caseload and maintain a professional demeanor and appearance. This position requires occasional travel.