Civil Litigation Associate Attorney - 3+years experience

Waddell Serafino Geary Rechner Jenevein, PC is a law firm formed with the purpose of managing and resolving its clients’ legal issues. Our attorneys are passionate problem solvers who represent a diverse group of individuals, corporate clients and government entities, including construction firms, financial institutions, school districts, real estate development and leasing companies, insurance carriers, professional sports teams, entertainment industry professionals, accounting firms and many other private and public entities. A growing law firm with offices in Dallas, Phoenix and Las Vegas, our team is dedicated to representing clients in a manner that is consistent with each client's philosophy and objectives.

We are seeking an associate attorney to join the firm in its Dallas office with at least 3+ years’ experience in civil litigation. The Associate would act as part of a team handling the investigation and defense of tort claims against electric utility companies.

The associate attorney provides legal work and will collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants on civil litigation matters. The job responsibilities may include, among others, managing a docket of litigation files, which may include drafting motions, pleadings, memoranda and briefs, propounding and responding to written discovery, conducting legal research, preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials, reporting to clients, and communicating with courts and opposing parties.

Responsibilities

Research and analyze legal sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions, and legal codes

Manage all phases of discovery, including propounding and responding to written discovery, electronic document production, taking and defending depositions

Prepare legal briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and any other necessary legal documentation

Formulate legal strategy and case management

Appear in court for status, hearings, and trials

Work closely with other attorneys and team members on legal matters

Occasional work in the field as part of investigations

Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Minimum Qualifications

JD from an accredited law school

Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas

3 years of prior civil litigation experience

Solid organization, communication and writing skills

Experience tracking and entering billing preferred

Previous work experience on civil litigation matters with focus on investigation and defense of tort claims preferred

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed in an office environment and involves everyday risks or discomforts, requiring normal safety precautions when performing work. Work involves some level of travel and fieldwork away from the office. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.

Benefits Offered

In addition to a competitive salary and discretionary bonus, the firm offers a full complement of benefits for full-time employees, including health and dental insurance, HRA, HSA with employer contribution, tele-health and patient advocacy service, limited FSA, immediately available paid time off, paid garage parking or DART pass reimbursement, 401k with employer match, STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• civil litigation: 3 years (Required)
• practicing law: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Dallas, TX 75201 (Required)

Work Location: In person