Associate Attorney - Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney - Litigation to join its legal team in Plano, Texas. This role involves managing a diverse litigation portfolio, including contested matters and creditor's rights issues, while providing strategic legal guidance to financial institution clients.

Duties

• Manage 50-75 active litigation cases from initiation through resolution.
• Act as lead counsel in all phases of litigation, including pre-litigation, pleadings, discovery, and trial.
• Represent clients in contested matters and firm-related litigation.
• Provide legal strategy and timely status updates to clients.
• Negotiate settlements and manage risk exposure.
• Supervise procedural implementations and guide operational staff.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and client-specific requirements.
• Monitor legal changes and recommend procedural updates.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience as lead counsel in contested litigation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple cases.
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Experience with default litigation and banking law in Texas preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Admission to practice before all four federal district courts in Texas.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.

Benefits

• Robust wellness program and paid time off.
• Remote work and flexible schedules available.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD benefits.
• Parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Voluntary income protection benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.