Associate Attorney needed for Dallas office

A law firm is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Associate Attorney to join their team in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably at a boutique labor and employment firm or within the employment practices group of a general practice firm. The candidate must possess excellent academic credentials, strong communication, analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills, and must be admitted to practice in Texas.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Provide counsel and advice to clients on labor and employment law matters.
• Manage caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate progress on all cases.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and the legal team on complex cases.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably in labor and employment law.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong communication, analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage caseloads efficiently and work under pressure.
• Admitted to practice law in the State of Texas.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of Texas (required).

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and filing legal documents.
• Strong oral advocacy and presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive client relationships.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience working at a boutique labor and employment firm or in the employment practices group of a general practice firm.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations and meet tight deadlines.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.

With offices in New York, West Palm Beach, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Cleveland, Asheville, Baltimore, Houston, Birmingham, Berkeley Heights, Melbourne, Los Angeles, Jacksonville, Miami, Memphis, Orlando, San Francisco, Tampa, St. Louis, Minneapolis and Washington D.C., this law firm has 200 attorneys working for it. The firm's practices areas are affirmative action/OFCCP, airlines, automotive, class actions, construction, education, employee benefits, employment law, global legal services, government contractors, healthcare, hospitality, immigration, insurance, labor relations, litigation, occupational safety and health, restaurants, retail, transportation, unfair competition and wage/hour.