Description:

Job Details:

An ideal Associate Attorney candidate has a strong desire to learn from an experienced litigator and to build a stellar and rewarding legal career in a laid back, rural setting
Position offers health insurance, generous PTO and holidays, and ability to earn bonuses
Based on experience – $75,000 - $90,000 annually
Job Type: Full time
Number of hires for this role: 2

Qualifications:

Licensed by State Bar of Texas and in Good Standing
Minimum 2-5 years of experience as a practicing attorney
High ability to work independently
Willingness to travel and work in rural court systems
Strong level of empathy and compassion
Availability to handle in-person court appearances
Excellent Writing and Verbal Communication Skills

Full Job Description:
A Law Firm in Livingston, TX, a real estate, probate and civil litigation boutique in East Texas, is searching for associate attorneys for an average of 40 hours per week with a hybrid of in-office and remote work, depending on experience and skill level. The firm's principal office is in Livingston, Texas.

Applicants will only be considered if they meet the below requirements:
Requirements:

Must practice law and represent the Firm with integrity and compassion;
Must be willing to execute a confidentiality and social media policy;
Complete a Clifton Strengths Assessment
Proficiency in MS Office (word, excel, etc.);
Must be able to propound, review, and prepare responses to discovery;
Must be able to interface with clients;
Must be able to communicate and work efficiently and effectively with staff and managing attorney;
Must be able to prioritize work while remaining focused on deadlines;
Must be able to work independently on multiple projects and matters with minor supervision;
Must possess strong organization skills-should know status of matters assigned, accurately maintain and manage online files and client portal;
Be a team player and think outside the box;
Must be highly detail-oriented;
Must maintain a professional demeanor;
Must have reliable transportation;

Duties:
Manage a docket of cases assigned, including:

Communicate with clients, team members and opposing counsel to answer questions, disseminate or explain information;
Effectively delegate paralegal and administrative tasks when appropriate;
Review client files, records, and other documents to obtain information as needed;
Review facts and evidence and assist in evaluation of facts and evidence;
Research legal questions;
Locate and interview witnesses;
Draft pleadings, memoranda and legal briefs for firm clients;
Review pleadings to be filed;
Prepare for hearings and trials ans appear in court when needed; and
Handle special projects.
Accurately bill 6.2 hours daily, for a minimum of 130 hours per month;
Support the other attorneys and paralegals with legal tasks as needed;
Comprehend and analyze large amounts of data and other information, such as records or reports;