Briefing/Research and Writing Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Briefing/Research and Writing Attorney for its Corpus Christi, TX, location. The candidate will play a crucial role in legal research, writing, and litigation support, dealing with both state and federal cases. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional legal research and writing skills, have a strong background in complex research and analysis, and be experienced in the preparation of appellate briefs, motions, and legal memoranda.

Duties:

• Conduct complex legal research and analysis on a variety of legal issues.
• Prepare appellate briefs, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Engage in litigation support for state and federal cases.
• Preferably have judicial clerkship experience in appellate or federal court.
• Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Draft and argue contested legal motions.
• Exhibit interest and willingness to focus on research of complicated legal issues.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in civil litigation.
• Preference for Law Review experience.
• Mock trial or Moot Court experience is considered helpful.
• Judicial clerkship experience in appellate or federal court is strongly preferred.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to analyze and comprehend complex legal issues.
• Experience in drafting and arguing contested legal motions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits offered:

• Employee Paid Medical Coverage
• Dental and/or Vision Options
• Immediate accrual of Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Generous PTO Holiday Schedule
• 401(k)
• Extensive Wellness Programs
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance Options
• Voluntary Supplemental Plans