Lateral Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A distinguished law firm is seeking a Lateral Associate Attorney to join its litigation team in Dallas, TX. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong foundation or interest in state and federal litigation and offers the opportunity to work across a variety of practice areas, including oil and gas, energy, fiduciary, employment, privacy, antitrust, and securities litigation. This position offers a collaborative environment with significant opportunities for case management and client interaction.

Location

• Dallas, TX

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
• Participate actively in all aspects of the discovery process
• Manage case files and maintain ongoing communication with clients
• Support depositions, hearings, and trials with preparation and strategy development
• Engage with cross-functional litigation teams across varied areas of law

Requirements

• Law school graduation years 2017 to 2019
• Interest in or experience with state and federal litigation
• Clerkship experience in district or appellate courts is preferred but not required
• Strong organizational and client management skills

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Bar Admission in Texas (or eligibility for admission)

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and motion drafting
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Effective communication and client relationship management
• Experience in depositions, hearings, and trials is beneficial

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Retirement Plan: Firm-sponsored retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off: Includes vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Insurance: Basic life insurance provided
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Performance-Based Bonuses: Discretionary bonuses based on individual performance

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.