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Job ID#: 36119
Associate Attorney needed for busy defense litigation practice
Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research and analysis on defense litigation matters.
- Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and all forms of substantive filings.
- Prepare and respond to discovery, including drafting discovery motions.
- Manage all aspects of litigation, including depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial.
- Represent clients in court proceedings with a high level of professionalism.
- Develop case strategies and collaborate closely with senior attorneys and partners.
- Interview witnesses, conduct factual investigations, and gather supporting evidence.
- Maintain organized and accurate case files, including electronic records.
- Stay current on case law, statutes, and legal developments.
- Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
- 3+ years of experience in defense litigation, preferably in insurance defense.
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure and rules of evidence.
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage a litigation docket independently.
- Courtroom confidence and strong oral advocacy skills.
- Proficiency with legal research software and litigation tools.
- Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to high-quality work.
- Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
