Associate Attorney needed for Plano office

A law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney for its office in Plano, TX. Here’s what the position entails:

Job Overview:

The Associate Attorney will assist in various legal matters, including preparing legal documents, conducting research, attending hearings, providing counsel, and maintaining client files. The ideal candidate should possess a J.D. from an accredited law school, be licensed in Texas and one of the specified states, and have 2 years of litigation experience.

Duties:

• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Conduct legal research and prepare for and attend hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Communicate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently.
• Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is readily available.

Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, or Nevada.
• 2 years of experience in litigation.
• Consumer credit litigation (Fair Credit Reporting Act) experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience analyzing, reviewing, editing, and drafting litigation documents.
• Superior analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good academic credentials.
• Commitment to working ethically and always in the client's best interest.
• Excellent work ethic, articulate, and efficient.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Speaking and writing opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Bar expenses paid by the Firm.
• HSA and FSA plans.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Firm-provided life insurance.
• Firm-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
• 8 Paid Holidays and PTO.

The law firm offers bankruptcy, transaction, and litigation services to clients that include large financial institutions, construction companies, and insurance companies. Its practice areas include bankruptcy, business litigation, construction and surety, family law, labor and employment, real estate, product liability and toxic tort, and insurance. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the firm also has an office in Plano, Texas. Many of its attorneys have been awarded the highest rating for professional and ethical standards by Martindale-Hubbell.