Water Practice Group Associate Attorney

A law firm in Austin is seeking a highly responsible Water Practice Group Associate Attorney with 1-4 years of experience in administrative law. The role involves substantive representation and client advocacy within the firm’s Water Practice Group. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Job Details:

• Prepare, organize, and manage documents from multiple sources and respond to requests (admissions, disclosures, motions, orders, etc.).
• Attend and manage hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and court proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Effectively communicate with clients and managing attorney(s) to understand client concerns and provide sound legal advice.
• Analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and research case law, statutes, regulations, and documents impacting the firm’s clients.
• Demonstrate strong written and critical thinking skills leading to comprehensive and persuasive writings.
• Communicate clearly and logically (both orally and in writing) with regulatory agencies, courts, and counsel.
• Handle complex problems using initiative, creativity, and sound professional judgment.
• Work independently and collaboratively as a contributing team member.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff.

Requirements:

• Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.
• Working knowledge of the Texas Administrative Code.
• Westlaw or Lexis Nexis experience.
• Hearing/trial experience desired.
• Working knowledge or demonstrated interest in governmental entity, environmental, water, utility, construction law, and/or complex litigation preferred.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Initiative, creativity, and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.

Experience:

1-4 years of experience in administrative law.

Benefits:

The firm offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive total rewards package, including medical, dental, vision insurance coverage; short-term disability; employer-funded long-term disability and long-term care; a 401(k) plan with employer contribution; paid parking in downtown Austin; cell phone reimbursement; Personal Time Off; holiday and incentive pay; paid parental leave; and an Employee Assistance Program.

Headquartered in Texas, this premier law firm employs a sizable team of highly skilled attorneys and is recognized in the industry for its significant environmental law expertise. It handles a wide range of issues related to eleven areas of practice, including water, districts, litigation, corporate, real estate, air-waste, business services, and energy-utility.