Associate Attorney needed for Austin office

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of experience in government investigations, internal investigations, and white-collar and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate must possess superior academic credentials from a top law school, exceptional writing, research, analytical, and communication skills, and fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, and/or German.

Duties:

• Conducting legal research and analysis on various government investigations, internal investigations, and regulatory matters.
• Drafting legal documents, including memos, briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Assisting senior attorneys in all stages of litigation and other legal proceedings.
• Participating in client meetings, hearings, depositions, and negotiations.
• Providing legal advice and counsel to clients on various legal issues.
• Collaborating with other legal team members to develop case strategies and tactics.
• Managing and organizing case files, documents, and evidence.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Texas.
• 2-4 years of experience handling government investigations, internal investigations, and white-collar and regulatory matters.
• Superior academic credentials from a top law school.
• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, and/or German.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and prioritization abilities.
• Cultural competency and fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, and/or German.

This law firm has been around for over 125 years. They are an international law firm with over 800 lawyers working from 17 offices in the United States, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. Their Austin, Texas office focuses its practice on energy and natural resources and litigation.