Wage & Hour Litigation Attorney (3–7 yrs)

Josephson Dunlap LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Firm holidays

Job summary

Josephson Dunlap, LLP, a nationally recognized wage and hour litigation firm, seeks an experienced litigator with 3–7 years of wage and hour experience to join our team in Houston, TX. The role offers complex, high-impact cases, meaningful responsibility, and substantial earning potential.

You'll handle depositions, hearings, and trials, contribute to case strategy, and mentor junior attorneys while benefiting from a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation. Immediate hiring.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in good standing.
• 3–7 years of wage and hour litigation experience.
• Significant depositions and in-court advocacy experience.
• Experience with trial preparation and complex/high-stakes litigation.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other legal proceedings.
• Prepare for and participate in trials and arbitration hearings with the assigned Partner.
• Develop litigation strategy and prepare clients and witnesses for significant proceedings.
• Draft written discovery, deficiency notices, and subpoenas.
• Respond to discovery served on clients and review produced documents.
• Conduct legal research and apply authorities to support case strategy.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Engage in settlement negotiations and participate in mediations and conferences.
• Manage docket deadlines and mentor junior attorneys and staff.

Skills

Litigation experience

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Mentoring

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Discovery tools

Job description

Josephson Dunlap, LLP, a nationally recognized wage and hour litigation firm, seeks an experienced litigator with 3–7 years of wage and hour experience to join our team in Houston, TX. The role offers complex, high-impact cases, meaningful responsibility, and substantial earning potential.

You'll handle depositions, hearings, and trials, contribute to case strategy, and mentor junior attorneys while benefiting from a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation. Immediate hiring.