Litigation Associate
Dallas, TX, United States
Platt Richmond is seeking a litigation associate to join our robust and growing practice in Dallas or Houston. This attorney will be responsible for assisting the partners and senior attorneys in all facets of general commercial litigation cases including legal research and writing, strategy development, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation and attendance. This position will have direct client interaction and organizational involvement is highly encouraged. We are looking for two to four years of experience with this type of practice.
We offer a positive work environment with employees who work well together and great benefits (including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) and profit-sharing program, health/vision/dental insurance, and parking). We offer competitive salaries which include opportunity for discretionary bonus, formulaic bonus, and paid origination credit
Platt Richmond is a highly successful and rapidly growing law boutique headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Founded by entrepreneurs who previously worked in large, national law firms, Platt Richmond is dedicated to helping other entrepreneurs and businesses navigate the complexities of commercial real estate deals, business transactions, investment funds, business succession planning, business litigation, employment law, bankruptcy, and intellectual property.
Duties and responsibilities:
Draft motions, discovery, and legal briefs
Assist in and take fact and expert depositions
Assist with and argue claim construction
Appear for court hearings
Assist in developing litigation strategy
Trial preparation and practice
Requirements and Qualifications:
2 to 4 years of proven experience with commercial litigation cases
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
J.D. and Texas Bar Admittance
Genuine, authentic personality
Confidence
Perks: Collegial atmosphere of hard-working but fun-loving partners, associates, and staff
True work-life balance; 1700 billable hour requirement
Dedicated paralegals and support staff
Support for your business development initiatives
Opportunity to make partner
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