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Associate Attorney with 1 years of civil litigation experience

BCG Attorney Search, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


Associate Attorney with 1 years of civil litigation experience

Company nameBCG Attorney SearchExperience1-8 yrs requiredLocationHouston, TX, United StatesPosted onMay 28, 2024Valid ThroughJun 27, 2024ProfileA law firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1+ years of civil litigation experience. The ideal candidate must have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution, be licensed to practice law in Texas, and demonstrate strong interest and aptitude in developing litigation skills.Duties:Prepare for trials, both bench and jury, as first or second chair.Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.Conduct and defend depositions.Participate in mediations, preparing thoroughly and representing clients effectively.Engage in proactive and timely communication regarding case status and developments.Maintain consistent and empathetic communication with clients.Handle complex discovery work efficiently.Manage a docket of approximately 40 to 60 cases.Conduct casework independently with minimal reliance on support staff.Requirements:Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.Demonstrated interest and aptitude in litigation, including trial preparation and participation.Ability to handle a wide range of casework, including trial preparation, drafting, depositions, mediations, and complex discovery.Strong communication skills for client interactions and case updates.Capability to manage a significant caseload independently.Desire to litigate and progress towards board certification.Education:Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited institution.Certifications:Licensed to practice law by the State Bar of Texas.Skills:Strong legal drafting and writing skills.Proficiency in trial preparation and participation.Ability to conduct and defend depositions.Effective mediation preparation and participation.Proactive communication regarding case status and developments.Empathetic and consistent client communication.Competence in handling complex discovery.Ability to manage a significant caseload independently.Desire and aptitude for litigation and progression towards board certification.Experience:1+ years of civil litigation experience.Current relevant employment strongly preferred.

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