Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a litigation associate with 4 to 8 years of substantive experience to join its team in Austin. The ideal candidate will work closely with a senior partner on real estate litigation and business litigation matters. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious attorney to develop litigation skills and grow their practice in a supportive and positive office environment. The firm values work-life balance and fosters a culture of collaboration and respect among its attorneys and staff.

Duties:

• Assist with and manage real estate and business litigation cases.
• Draft legal documents, including discovery requests, motions, and pleadings.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and provide legal counsel to clients.
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law to support litigation efforts.
• Build and maintain client relationships, with an opportunity to develop a personal book of business.
• Provide litigation support across various stages of the case lifecycle, from discovery through trial.

Requirements:

• 4 to 8 years of experience in litigation.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent legal writing skills.
• Experience in real estate litigation is a plus but not required.
• Ability to draft pleadings, discovery, and motions with precision.
• Experience covering depositions, hearings, and client negotiations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Texas, in good standing.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research, drafting, and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package, including health insurance and other benefits.
• Opportunity for professional growth and career development.
• Supportive and positive office culture that values work-life balance.

The firm provides a wide range of litigation and transactional legal services to clients. It provides litigation services related to Civil Rights and Title VII Litigation, Commercial Insurance Coverage Issues and Defense, Construction Litigation, Contract Disputes, Deceptive Trade Practice Act Litigation, Employment Litigation, torts, and white collar criminal defense. It provides transactional legal services related to Banking and, Secured Transactions, Entity Formation and Structuring, Franchise, General Corporate Practice, Licensing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Real Estate Transactions, including Sales and Commercial Leases, Sponsorships, and Sports and Entertainment. The firm's office is located in Texas, Austin.