Attorney for Dallas Office

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks an experienced attorney to join their legal team in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will possess strong research and writing skills, the ability to manage a high caseload with minimal supervision, and a passion for delivering high-quality legal services to a diverse clientele. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside senior partners and other legal staff, with a focus on case strategy, client relations, and courtroom representation.

Duties:

• Analyze case details and determine the best strategies and solutions to meet clients’ needs.
• Oversee paralegals and administrative assistants in managing time records, client billing, meetings, and project completion.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court, presenting arguments and motions during legal proceedings.

Requirements:

• Active membership in the local bar association (preferred).
• 2-5 years of experience representing clients in legal matters.
• Ability to manage a heavy caseload with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Familiarity with legal research software such as Westlaw or Lexis.
• Strong decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the local bar association (preferred).

Skills:

• Expertise in legal research and case strategy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work well with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Job Location:
Dallas, TX

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a well-established law firm while working in a collaborative environment.

The law firm has been helping the victims of nursing home abuse for over 25 years. Founded in 1997, the firm helps seniors and elderly residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout the United States. It handles all types of cases related to nursing home abuse including aspiration pneumonia, dehydration, bed sores, elopement, malnutrition, fall, broken bones, and assault. It has offices in Los Angeles, CA; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; and Dallas, TX.