Litigation Associate Attorney - Orion Placement
Houston, TX
About the Job
Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at either the Arlington, Austin, or Houston office.
Note: Our client is hiring both mid-level and senior associates.
Bonuses: Typically range from an additional $20,000 to $30,000 on top of the salary listed in this ad.
About Our Client:
Our client is a well-established Texas law firm with offices in Arlington, Austin, and Houston. They specialize in serving clients across various legal sectors, including construction defects, real estate transactions, bankruptcy, insurance coverage disputes, and labor and employment law. Known for their laid-back office culture and strong work-life balance, they offer a collaborative environment with a 9-5 schedule.
Job Description:
- Work closely with firm partners on all aspects of litigation management
- Conduct document review and legal research
- Draft pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, and responses
- Take depositions and attend mediations
- Prepare for and attend trials and arbitrations
Qualifications:
- At least 4 years of litigation experience
- Licensed to practice law in Texas
- Preferred, but not required: experience in construction, insurance defense, or real estate law
- Strong legal research, writing, and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and work under pressure
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Why This is a Great Opportunity:
- Access to paralegal and legal assistant support
- Work in a laid-back office culture with a 9-5 schedule
- Quarterly and end-of-year bonuses based on billable hours
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
- Opportunity to work across multiple office locations in Texas
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance