Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney to join their team in Houston, Texas, with the flexibility to work remotely. The role involves managing pre-litigation and litigation matters related to real estate, title, mortgages, foreclosure, and creditor's rights. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and oral advocacy skills and demonstrate logical and critical thinking.

Duties

• Manage litigation cases from inception to completion.
• Handle pre-litigation cases and clear title to real property.
• Develop and seek approval for budgets and legal strategy.
• Research and prepare legal analysis on risks, exposure, and strategies.
• Draft and argue pleadings and motions.
• Conduct all aspects of discovery.
• Develop and implement case strategy with supervising partner and client.
• Attend court hearings, mediation, and settlement conferences.
• Assist with bankruptcy motions, hearings, and adversary proceedings.
• Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in Texas; additional licenses a plus.
• Five years of litigation experience preferred; entry-level candidates considered.
• Knowledge of foreclosure, real estate, secured transactions, and creditor's rights preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
• Must live in Texas or one of the firm's other footprint states.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a large caseload.
• Strong work ethic and adaptability.

Benefits

• Company-paid life and disability insurance plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
• 401K retirement savings plan.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous PTO plan for full-time employees.
• Full equipment station for remote employees.
• Employee assistance plan with 24/7 counseling services.
• Wellness programs and employee discounts.
• Learning and development training opportunities.