Litigation, Investigations, and Enforcement Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with two to four years of experience to join its Litigation and White-Collar practice in Houston, TX. This role involves working on diverse matters, including criminal and civil litigation, internal and congressional investigations, regulatory enforcement, and corporate compliance.

Duties

• Assist with preparation for witness interviews, client depositions, and witness testimony.
• Respond to document requests, discovery requests, and manage document collection and review projects.
• Analyze strategic case issues and prepare necessary written materials.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft and respond to discovery and dispositive motions, jury instructions, and other motions.
• Support corporate compliance projects and due diligence.
• Interact regularly with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• 2-4 years' experience in litigation and white-collar matters, including internal investigations and enforcement.
• Outstanding research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently.
• Proactive and reliable work style, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working with sophisticated clients.
• Understanding of the business of law.
• Membership in the State Bar of Texas or ability to become admitted promptly.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar membership in Texas.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Focusing on technology, infrastructure, and finance sectors worldwide, this firm offers solid solutions for every stage of a tech company's growth. The firm has litigated and appealed some of the most complex disputes for the world's major financial institutions. Working with the most innovative companies worldwide, the firm is known for its excellence, teamwork, perseverance, and innovation.