Contract Attorney 3+ Years Experience

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Contract Attorney 3+ Years Experience

(3+ months)

A well-established civil litigation law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join its growing defense litigation practice on a contract basis. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators and gain hands-on experience handling a diverse caseload involving premises liability, personal injury, and general liability matters.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in one or more of the following practice areas is a plus:
• General liability
• Premises liability
• Bodily injury
• Product liability
• Construction defect litigation
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Experience with depositions, court appearances, motion practice, and discovery.
• Mediation and trial experience is beneficial but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard legal technology tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and client communication skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.

Core Competencies

Oral Communication

• Communicates clearly and effectively in professional settings.
• Listens actively, responds thoughtfully, and collaborates effectively with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.

Written Communication

• Produces well-organized legal documents with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrates excellent legal writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Professionalism & Ethics

• Maintains confidentiality of client and firm information.
• Adheres to all professional and ethical obligations applicable to the practice of law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a billable caseload under attorney supervision.
• Draft, review, and respond to pleadings, motions, and written discovery.
• Attend hearings, court appearances, and client meetings as needed.
• Prepare for, take, and defend depositions.
• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy.
• Support mediation and trial preparation efforts.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and legal support staff to achieve favorable case outcomes.

Work Environment

• Hybrid and remote work arrangement.
• Exposure to a broad range of civil defense litigation matters.
• Collaborative and team-oriented legal practice.

Compensation based on experience – $60-70/hr.

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