Associate - Litigation - Supreme Court and Appellate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Associate for its Supreme Court and Appellate Practice in Houston. This role offers the opportunity to engage in high-stakes appeals, key trial-court motions, and legal strategy with a nationally recognized team.

Duties

• Collaborate on high-stakes appellate cases.
• Draft and review key trial-court motions.
• Develop and implement legal strategies.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.

Requirements

• Completion of an appellate clerkship.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Experience in appellate litigation at a firm or in government service is welcomed.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

Its area of specialization is complex transactional matters. The firm represent clients in the energy industry namely energy companies, private equity funds, investment banks and commercial lenders. The Texas practice staffs over fifty knowledgeable attorneys. Over thirty-five billion U.S. dollars in debt and equity capital market transactions was accomplished by the Texas practice group. A notable industry publication awarded the Texas practice with a high ranking for their mergers and acquisitions law expertise.