Job Description

Texas Law Firm Our growing law firm has a full-time need for an associate attorney available now and we’re looking for the right professional to join our team. You will have the opportunity to learn from senior associates and litigation associates on legal issues and will provide legal counsel to existing clients. You’ll also be responsible for performing legal research, drafting documents, and keeping client files up to date. If you’ve successfully completed law school, passed the state bar exam, and are seeking a full-time opportunity to practice law with plenty of room for growth, start your application today! Responsibilities:

• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys
• Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school
• Solid communication skills and problem-solving skills required in order to work with clients, staff members and senior attorneys
• Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
• Must have at least 2 years of experience in a law firm.
• Must have excellent computer skills, using MS Word, MS Excel, MSPowerPoint, etc.
• Excellent research skills using Lexis Nexis or Westlaw to look up cases from Texas and federal courts.
• Excellent legal writing skills to draft motions, pleadings, and demand letters.
• Be able to manage cases with responsibility and dedication.
• Must have a dependable home office with a fast computer, reliable internet and backup internet. Must also have a printer, speakers, and microphone.
• Must be willing to work in the Central Time zone.
• Note - We are looking for candidates from the Philippines only.
• Note - A lawyer not licensed in Texas cannot be referred to as a lawyer. Due to this requirement, our firm refers to associate attorneys as legal managers, and the job designation is legal manager.

About Company: GK Law PLLC. is Houston’s boutique law firm focusing on Corporate and Real Estate law, from shareholder rights litigation, business asset protection, real estate development, and investment. Clients enjoy personalized care at every step of the case with counsel dedicated to their legal matter. Winner of Houstonia Magazine’s Top Lawyer 2019-20223. Awarded Super Lawyers Rising Star 2021 2022 and 2023. Nominated for Houston Business Journal’s Top 40 under 40.

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