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    Associate Attorney - Houston, United States - West Mermis, PLLC

    West Mermis, PLLC
    West Mermis, PLLC Houston, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Associate Attorney

    West Mermis, PLLC is looking to hire an attorney with 1 to 3 years of experience for a full-time associate attorney position. Located in downtown Houston, West Mermis represents clients throughout Texas. West Mermis is a full-service construction law firm that also provides commercial litigation services to its clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate desiring substantial client interaction, significant responsibility, and a team-oriented approach. To be considered, please provide a cover letter and resume. If possible, please add your cover letter and resume to one document, as there is only the option to upload one document.

    Responsibilities

    • Providing legal support to clients and assist attorneys
    • Maintaining client relationships
    • Preparing status reports and mediation memorandums
    • Drafting initial pleadings
    • Performing legal research
    • Drafting and responding to written discovery
    • Interacting with clients to gather information necessary to respond to discovery requests
    • Drafting and responding to motions to dismiss, discovery motions, motions for summary judgment and other dispositive and non-dispositive motions
    • Preparing draft witness deposition outlines and otherwise assisting lead lawyers in preparing for depositions
    • Preparing drafts of witness lists, exhibit lists, motions in limine, jury charges, and other pretrial submissions
    • Drafting trial and post-trial briefs and motions
    • Drafting final arbitration hearing and post-hearing briefs and motions
    • Participating in large-scale document review projects as part of pre-suit or internal investigations, discovery in pending matters, or responding to government requests

    Qualifications

    • Attorney with 1 to 3 years of experience licensed in Texas
    • Excellent academic credentials
    • Strong writing and analytical skills
    • Strong legal knowledge
    • Effective interpersonal communication
    • Ability to work as part of a team in a growing and thriving litigation group
    • Lives in Houston (preferred)

    Total Rewards

    We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, and retains talent through the following:

    • Starting Base Salary Range: $90,000 to $100,000+
    • Comprehensive and competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits & 401k plan
    • Gym membership, generous PTO offering, and hybrid work opportunities are also offered to promote work-life balance
    • Signing bonus
    • On-the-job training, feedback, and ongoing educational opportunities to continue your personal and professional development

    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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