Mid-Level Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Mid-Level Litigation Associate Attorney with at least 5 years of experience in litigation. The ideal candidate will handle all aspects of litigation, supervise associates, and assume a forward-facing role with clients while also managing some administrative responsibilities.

Duties:

• Handle all aspects of litigation and supervise associates.
• Draft legal documents such as notices, discovery, affidavits, subpoenas, and trial exhibits.
• Prepare deposition summaries for use in mediation and trial.
• Conduct factual investigations and analysis of file data.
• Review and organize case records per firm procedures.
• Maintain electronic and hardcopy case files per firm procedures.
• Log and submit case time and expense billing.
• Provide monthly case updates to supervising attorneys.
• Maintain competency through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations.
• Perform docket management and maintain regular contact with all parties involved in litigation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, counsel, third parties, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues and demonstrate teamwork effort.

Requirements:

• Graduated from an accredited Law School with a GPA in the top 33%.
• Licensed to practice in Texas and in good standing with the Texas State Bar Association.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Knowledge of e-filing procedures and litigation discovery.
• Exceptional computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Adobe Software.
• Experience with practice and case management databases (e.g., iManage) and timekeeping/billing systems.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Superior problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with sound judgment.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to interact with various stakeholders.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited Law School.
• Admission to the Texas State Bar Association.

Skills:

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work under supervision and balance priorities to meet deadlines.
• Effective presentation skills and ability to respond to inquiries from various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Commitment to maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Established toward the end of the twentieth century, this Texas-based law firm has two offices in the state and a significant nationwide reach. It specializes in sophisticated transactional, litigation, and insolvency matters. Some of its main areas of practice are business-corporate, China, construction, insolvency-bankruptcy, and creditors' rights. Diversity at the workplace is supported at this firm.