Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time attorney with over 10 years of civil litigation experience for its office in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and a keen interest in commercial litigation and personal injury defense.

Duties

• Represent clients in civil litigation cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Advise clients on legal rights and obligations.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings and trials.

Requirements

• 10+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Graduated in the top 15% of law school class.
• Experience with Law Review or judicial clerkship preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial mindset.

Education

• Juris Doctorate required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Texas.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

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

Established in the late 1980s, this litigation firm has an exceptional record of success. The firm's litigators represent clients from a wide variety of industries, including aircraft and aviation; banking and financial services; chemicals; construction; consumer products; energy; insurance litigation; medical; motor vehicles; pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and biotech; and technology. They routinely deal with issues related to administrative law, appellate law, alternative dispute resolution, commercial law, labor and employment law, environmental law, intellectual property law, international law, maritime law, mass tort/toxic tort, products liability, professional risk, real estate law, and securities law.