Lateral Offshore Energy and Maritime Associate Attorney

A law firm in Houston, TX, is actively seeking a Lateral Offshore Energy and Maritime Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of offshore energy litigation experience. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in representing clients in complex maritime and energy-related legal matters.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to offshore energy and maritime cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents for litigation proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal teams to develop case strategies.
• Interact directly with clients, demonstrating strong communication and advocacy skills.
• Build and foster client relationships, and actively contribute to the development of referral networks.
• Participate in negotiations, settlement discussions, and other dispute resolution processes.
• Keep abreast of developments in offshore energy and maritime law.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of offshore energy litigation experience.
• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Strong research, writing, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Track record of high achievement in legal practice.
• Current State Bar license required.
• Attorneys licensed outside of Texas, who seek to relocate and practice in Houston, are encouraged to apply.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Current State Bar license.

Skills:

• Legal research and analytical skills.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Advocacy skills for effective representation in litigation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Client relationship development and management.
• Negotiation and dispute resolution skills.

Benefits:

• Paid health, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Serving clients in numerous industries, this regional firm provides efficient and effective legal services in a cost-efficient manner. The firm comprises seasoned attorneys and professionals from a variety of disciplines who develop superior service strategies that provide unmatched support to the client. The firm and attorneys are consistently recognized for outstanding achievements by clients, business, legal, and industry organizations.