Lateral Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Title:
Lateral Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm located in Dallas, TX, is seeking a highly motivated Lateral Litigation Associate Attorney with 5-7 years of experience to join its dynamic litigation team. This position is ideal for candidates who are eager to contribute to a broad and diverse litigation practice, including state and federal cases in various fields such as energy, oil and gas, fiduciary litigation, employment law, privacy, antitrust, and securities. The firm offers a collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and gain exposure to a variety of complex matters.

Duties:

• Drafting and preparing legal motions, briefs, and other written materials.
• Conducting in-depth legal research and analysis to support litigation efforts.
• Actively participating in discovery, including the preparation of discovery requests and responses.
• Managing cases and clients through all phases of litigation, from initial filing through resolution.
• Engaging in deposition, hearing, and trial preparation.
• Handling and coordinating legal aspects of ongoing litigation cases.
• Assisting in strategy development and trial preparation in both state and federal courts.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of litigation experience, with a strong foundation in civil litigation practices.
• Previous exposure to a variety of litigation areas such as energy, antitrust, employment, or securities preferred.
• Prior clerkship experience with district or appellate courts is a plus.
• Experience in drafting legal documents, managing discovery, and preparing for trial.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Education:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in Texas.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills:

• Advanced legal research and writing.
• Proficiency in case management and client interaction.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong commitment to professional development and legal excellence.

Job Location:
Dallas, TX

Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Retirement plans and pension benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Basic life insurance coverage.
• Performance-based discretionary bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.