Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will have over three years of litigation experience and a strong ability to handle substantive legal work within a collaborative team environment.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Engage in client-facing work with appropriate supervision.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation as experience grows.
• Contribute to practical litigation strategy and manage deadlines.

Requirements

• Over three years of litigation experience.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and analyze legal issues carefully.
• Experience in commercial, financial services, banking, real estate, or complex business litigation preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.

Skills

• Responsive and organized with intellectual curiosity.
• Commitment to high-quality legal work and practical judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and take ownership of assigned work.

Benefits

• Opportunities for mentoring and professional development.
• Access to resources for learning and growth in the practice of law.

With offices in the U.S. and London, this firm serves clients in the areas of labor and employment, litigation, business, admiralty, insurance coverage, and healthcare. Committed to client service and legal excellence, the firm and the lawyers have been recognized among the best in client and peer-reviewed industry awards and rankings. The firm offers its employees exceptional opportunities and resources to help them learn, grow and develop in the practice of law.