Lateral Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Houston, TX, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lateral Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate should possess an entrepreneurial spirit and a diverse range of interests, including commercial litigation, appeals, antitrust, constitutional law, energy, oil and gas, and class actions. The firm values candidates with district court or appellate court clerkship experience.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various litigation matters, including commercial disputes, appeals, antitrust cases, constitutional issues, energy-related disputes, oil and gas matters, and class actions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda for filing in state and federal courts.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners to develop case strategies and provide legal advice.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Texas State Bar or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.
• 3-5 years of relevant litigation experience, focusing on commercial litigation, appeals, antitrust, constitutional law, energy, oil and gas, and class actions.
• The district court or appellate court clerkship experience is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse caseload and work in a fast-paced legal environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Texas State Bar or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and research tools.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health care coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including sick time and vacation time.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.