Associate Attorney

An established, reputable Dallas full-service law firm offering a great culture, salary and benefits is looking to bring on an experienced Associate Attorney for their Commercial Litigation Section. This candidate will work closely with one of the named partners.

The ideal candidate will have 4-5 solid years of litigation experience on the defense side in both state and federal court. This individual will help maintain and build client relationships by working side by side with a named partner on commercial litigation matters.

The ideal Candidate will have experience in conducting discovery, drafting pleadings and motions, conducting depositions and conducting legal research.

Qualifications:

· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

· Prior litigation experience and stable work history

· Experience in analyzing, reviewing, editing, and drafting legal documents

· Superior logical reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical skills

· Experience conducting and defending depositions

· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

· Ability to work with, and meet the expectations of, clients who demand excellence

· JD from accredited law school and licensed to practice in Texas

· 4- 5 years experience

Responsibilities:

· Assist and collaborate with attorneys and partners on litigation matters

· Manage some projects and cases from start to finish

· Conduct and defend depositions, prepare and respond to discovery, and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs

· Legal research and analysis

· Attend hearings, mediations, trial, and arbitration

Benefits:

• Bonus
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dallas, TX 75254 (Required)

Salary 187,500 to 197,500 commensurate with year level.

Client is ready to interview/hire.