Litigation Associate

Our Firm was founded in 2016, and we are based in Southlake, Texas with a second office in Tyler, Texas.

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• 20 days PTO and 12 paid holidays
• Incentive Compensation Pool

We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join our team in our Southlake office. This position will play a significant role in supporting Hunter Cox and Nicole Feragen in the preparation, management, and execution of the Firm's cases. We are a collaborative Firm, so the accepted candidate will have the opportunity to grow his/her experience while being directly mentored by Hunter and Nicole.

The Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Billing Requirements: 1,920 hours per year
• Report 5 days per week to the office; after 1-2 years with the team, you will have the opportunity to hybrid 3 days per month
• Support Senior counsel in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations
• Manage case files and maintain accurate and organized records
• Conducting legal research and factual investigation

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas
• 0-3 years of experience as a litigation associate, preferably with experience supporting commercial litigation efforts
• More senior candidates should have experience managing the various aspects of a commercial lawsuit from start to finish. More junior candidates should have an exceptional academic record.
• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills