Attorney needed for Dallas office

Job Overview:

A well-known law firm is seeking an experienced Small Business Litigation and Transaction Lawyer based in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will represent small businesses in transactions, conflict-driven cases, and litigation, with a focus on providing comprehensive legal support that may evolve into an outside general counsel role. The role emphasizes work-life balance with a reasonable billable hour expectation and offers competitive salary and commission-based bonuses.

Location:

• Dallas, TX

Duties:

• Handle business transactions, including drafting LLC documents, customer and employee contracts, vendor contracts, and business sale agreements.
• Manage conflict-driven cases involving business disputes, breach of contract, and commercial collections.
• Represent clients in litigation, handling cases from pre-litigation stages to courtroom representation.
• Foster long-term client relationships and provide counsel on general business matters.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in business litigation and transactions.
• Strong ability to draft and review business contracts and agreements.
• Excellent client relationship skills with a focus on client retention and communication.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that values collaboration and teamwork.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active and valid state bar license to practice law in Texas.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal research, drafting, and negotiation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize effectively.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and retirement plan.
• Quarterly bonuses for client retention, new client acquisition, and exceeding billable hour targets.
• Annual bonus for meeting billable hour expectations.
• Potential for career advancement with titles such as Senior Counsel, Senior Lawyer, and non-equity Partnership.