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Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks labor and employment associate attorney with 3-6 years of experience. The candidate should have significant litigation experience. Must be licensed to practice law in Texas. Legal

The candidate should possess excellent academic credentials.

This large, national firm limits its practice to labor and employment law, and they are recognized as experts in this field. They represent many Fortune 500 corporations, and the national scope of their practice allows them to represent these clients in matters across the country. New associates are assigned mentors to familiarize them with the firm, and intensive formal training programs are available for attorneys of all levels. The firm has an open atmosphere where all attorneys are respected and given meaningful assignments and client contact.

Litigation - Labor & Employment

Full-Time

Houston office of our client seeks business litigation associate attorney with 5+ years of experience. The candidate will work directly with entrepreneurs and business owners in matters in state and federal court (almost half of the litigation docket is in federal court) and formulate litigation strategies on each case. Will identify legal claims, structure petitions and complaints to match the facts of the case to legal elements of the claim. Perform detailed legal research and writing as required to advise the AIC (Attorney in Charge) of best options to prosecute or defend a claim. Draft trial memos and updates to trial strategy documents as discovery is conducted. Prepare deposition outlines, based on documents produced in discovery and elements of claims and defenses; prepare deposition summaries; and identify discovery for use in summary judgment and trial proceedings. Review and analyze financial statements, such as bank statements, P & Ls, Balance Sheets, and corporate agreements, and vesting schedules, and prepare spreadsheets and analysis regarding same on Excel. Work with trial presentation software such as Trial Director, PowerPoint, for mediations and trial. Maintain weekly net billables, after edits and write downs, of 40 hours per week to clients. Must have familiarity with federal and state procedural rules, rules of evidence, ability to determine how evidence will be admissible at trial or arbitration. Must be admitted and licensed by the Texas Bar Association. Must have been involved in a contested hearing, assisted in depositions, and trial preparation. Have a desire to research legal issues, and structure pleadings, exhibits, and trial presentation materials to match elements to evidence obtained through discovery. Legal

For over two decades this law firm has offered top level legal counsel to professionals and businesses of all sizes. Their areas of practice include corporate organization, intellectual property litigation, mergers, acquisitions, contract disputes, trademarks, copyright, construction claims litigation, and more. Their offices are located in Texas and California.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks labor and employment associate attorney with 1 year of other complex litigation experience. The candidate should have experience in employment defense litigation or traditional labor law. Clerkship experience a plus. Legal

The candidate must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a growing office.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.

Litigation - Labor & Employment

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks litigation associate attorney with 2-3 years of experience. The candidate will serve in both general commercial litigation and employment litigation matters. Must be admitted to the Texas Bar. Judicial intern/extern/clerk experience is a plus. Legal

The candidate must possess strong interpersonal, administrative and organizational skills, must be detail-oriented and have the ability to prioritize and manage workload; must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Should possess a strong academic background, superior drafting and research skills, negotiation skills, and the ability to take on significant project responsibility. Should be diligent, detail-oriented, proactive, supportive, and team-oriented, as well as willing to participate in community and professional organizations as part of professional development.

The Texas-based office employs fifty practiced attorneys. They represent clients across the country and worldwide. Practice industries are far-reaching. Energy-natural resources, real estate, chemical, health care, immigration, and business reorganization-bankruptcy are a number of their practice disciplines. Attorneys are hands-on in numerous charitable efforts year long.

Litigation - Labor & Employment, Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks junior associate attorney with 2-3 years of labor and employment litigation experience. The candidate should have experience with discovery, motion practice; experience with temporary restraining order and temporary injunction expedited relief proceedings, discovery and forensic exams. Trial preparation in both state and federal courts would also be a benefit. Employment-related counseling and employment litigation counseling experience is required. Experience with negotiating and mediating settlements are preferred. Must be in good standing and an active member of the Bar of the state. Legal

The candidate should have strong legal writing skills. Top academics are required. Must hold a JD degree from an ABA-approved law school.

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.

Litigation - Labor & Employment

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks mid- to senior level commercial litigation associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience. The candidate should have experience in the litigation department of a top-tier law firm or similar experience as a Federal Court judicial clerk. Must preferably be admitted to the Texas State Bar. Legal

The candidate should have excellent academic credentials as well as strong organization, analytical, writing, and verbal skills.

This is one of the nation's oldest and largest law firms. This New York office has a strong corporate practice representing some of the country's largest banking and financial entities. They also provide representation in the areas of labor and employment relations, employee benefits and executive compensation, insurance industry regulation, trusts and estates, and real estate. Associates are assigned to departments based on their interests and on the needs of the departments, but are allowed to change departments as their interests evolve. Attorneys work in a friendly work environment that is team-oriented. They also enjoy competitive salaries and benefits.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks litigation associate attorney with 2-3 years of experience. The candidate should preferably have clerkship experience. Legal

The candidate must possess strong interpersonal, administrative and organizational skills, must be detail-oriented and have the ability to prioritize and manage workload; must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Should possess a strong academic background, superior drafting and research skills, and the ability to take on significant project responsibility.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks litigation associate attorney with 3+ years of experience. Legal

The candidate should have stellar academic credentials.

This AmLaw firm provides it's associates with excellent partners, high quality work, a transparent pay policy, and numerous pro bono opportunities. Attorneys get substantive experience early-on in their careers. There's no billing requirement at this firm, and the work does not overwhelm the associates here. Vacations are very doable, and associates report they aren't bothered during those precious days. The firm has a very collegial atmosphere. According to the associates, firm social life is available, but not expected.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks litigation associate attorney with 2+ years of deposition, mediation, and courtroom experience in the State and Federal courts. The candidate will independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end. Will work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects. Regularly handle court appearances and depositions. Communicate with clients and provide status reports. Should be admitted to practice in the state of Texas. Experience in federal court is a plus. Legal project management experience is helpful. Legal

The candidate should have a JD degree from an accredited law school. Superior written and oral communication skills are essential.

This large firm has offices across the United States and around the world. They have a full-service practice that includes all types of litigation and corporate matters. This firm is known for its expertise in insurance matters, and it has many major clients in this industry.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks employment associate attorney with 2-5 years of labor litigation experience. The candidate will independently manage a caseload involving employment and ERISA matters from claim inception to end. Will work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects. Regularly handle court appearances and depositions. Communicate with clients and provide status reports. Should be admitted to practice in the state of Texas and Louisiana. Experience handling federal court cases, including employment cases is essential. Legal project management experience is helpful. Legal

The candidate should have a JD degree from an accredited law school. Superior written and oral communication skills are essential.

This large firm has offices across the United States and around the world. They have a full-service practice that includes all types of litigation and corporate matters. This firm is known for its expertise in insurance matters, and it has many major clients in this industry.

Litigation - Labor & Employment

Full-Time