Associate Attorney

Overview

We are a niche law firm in Grapevine, Texas, serving as outside general counsel to faith-based and nonprofit organizations nationwide. We seek a full‑time Associate Attorney to support transactional and governance matters while also contributing to firm workflow across transactional and limited litigation needs. This role involves direct client interaction, collaboration with a Transaction Team, and regular oversight and mentorship from senior attorneys.

• Draft, review, and revise governance and corporate documents (bylaws, articles of formation, employee handbooks, workplace and volunteer policies, and other compliance materials).
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, facility use agreements, leases, purchase and sale agreements, and other transactional documents.
• Handle real estate transactions and related documentation.
• Assist with employment law matters, staff separations, demand letters, and related issues as needed.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda for transactional and litigation matters.
• Draft litigation documents as assigned (pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs) and participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation events when required.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, respond to client communications (within 48 hours), and provide counsel on transactional and governance issues while collaborating with supervising attorneys for review and approval.
• Participate in firm meetings and team processes (monthly one‑to‑one with supervisor, weekly all‑staff meetings), follow firm operational procedures and software/workflow protocols, and meet assigned timelines.
• Manage assigned projects and deadlines; maintain high quality, ethical work product.
• Meet monthly billable hour expectation of 140 hours.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and Bachelor’s degree.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction;
  Texas license or pending admission/candidate for upcoming Texas bar strongly preferred.
• 1–5 years of experience in transactional or corporate law; experience with nonprofit governance or religious organizations preferred. Exposure to litigation practice is a plus.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret legal issues across transactional and litigation areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with senior attorneys and staff.
• Proficiency with internet research and standard practice management software.

• Team‑oriented, mission‑driven mindset with genuine care for client success and wellbeing.
• Proactive communicator who seeks supervision and ensures accuracy and alignment with client goals.
• High level of professionalism, ethical integrity, and discretion.
• Ability to exercise judgment in standardized and variable situations and to carry out written or oral instructions.

• Employment is at‑will.
• Candidates should be prepared to sign an acknowledgment of responsibilities upon hire.