Associate Attorney (FT)

Responsibilities:

• Experience (or willingness to learn) in general legal practice with a special focus on corporate, transactional, litigation, and real estate law.

• Researching and analyzing the law on complex issues and writing a brief for submission to a supervising attorney, or for submission to a 3rd party like client, court, mediator, or arbitrator as needed.

• Appearing in a court of law, arbitration, or other judicial tribunal on behalf of the firm’s client and presenting well-reasoned arguments to the judicial body.

• Analyzing and summarizing complicated legal documents, including contracts, and suggesting modifications to those documents.

• Negotiating with outside parties on contractual issues and legal disputes including settlement conferences.

• Anticipating and mitigating potential legal issues or concerns and developing strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce risk exposure.

• Performing due diligence in legal matters concerning contracts, agreements, mergers, and acquisitions.

• Additional responsibilities, as directed by leadership.

Qualifications:

• 0-2 years’ experience as a practicing attorney.

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.

• Graduate of an accredited law school

• Organized and able to prioritize and plan efficiently and independently.

• Flexible and adaptable.

• Strong project management and multitasking skills.

• Commitment to continuous learning.