Litigation Attorney
Job ID#: 36548
Seeking a highly motivated attorneys with 5 to 10 years of experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking for independent file management, motion practice, courtroom opportunities, depositions, and trial preparation. We offer a supportive and congenial team environment balanced with autonomy and hands-on experience.
To be considered for this position please provide a resume and cover letter describing your qualifications and why you are a good fit for the job. References and writing samples are also appreciated.
Role and Responsibilities
- Represent clients in federal court and some state court litigation proceedings, including conducting written discovery and taking depositions, drafting and arguing discovery motions and dispositive motions, participating in settlement conferences and mediations and engaging in settlement negotiations.
- Review and evaluate cases for liability issues, settlement potential and settlement valuation and likelihood of success on a dispositive motion or trial.
- Draft pleadings, discovery, motions and settlement agreements and appear in court proceedings in courts across the country (occasional travel required).
- Communicate with counsel for co-defendants and Plaintiff’s counsel on discovery, settlement and other matters and communicate with client and internally with attorneys and paralegals to ensure efficient and effective handling of cases.
- Become familiar with the client’s business processes to provide advice on avoiding litigation and limiting liability.
Preferred Experience
The ideal candidate would have 5-10 years working knowledge of the following:
- Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
- Consumer law
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Licensed in Texas and/or California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, or Nevada.
- J.D. from accredited law school
Preferred Skills
- Excellent work ethic
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be a self-starter and be able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Speaking and writing opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
- Bar expenses paid by Firm
- HSA and FSA plans
- 401(k) Plan
- Firm provided life insurance
- Firm paid long-term disability coverage
- Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives
- 8 Paid Holidays, and PTO
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