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Law Office of Bryan Fagan

<div>At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC, we don&rsquo;t just practice law, we serve people. Our firm has built a strong reputation in Texas for integrity, professionalism, and delivering exceptional legal representation. We&rsquo;re a growing team that values collaboration, personal development, and dedication to client success.
We are currently seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney with collections experience to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven attorney who thrives in the courtroom and enjoys managing complex cases from start to finish, all while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Requirements
Responsibilities
<ul><li>Represent clients &mdash; and the firm &mdash; in civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
</li><li>Handle internal lawsuits and firm-related legal disputes with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
</li><li>Draft and argue motions, discovery, pleadings, and other key litigation documents.
</li><li>Manage collection cases, including demand letters, post-judgment enforcement, and asset recovery.
</li><li>Conduct hearings, mediations, and trials with confidence and skill.
</li><li>Provide legal advice and risk management guidance to internal teams and leadership.
</li><li>Negotiate settlements and resolutions to achieve favorable outcomes.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul><li>Represent clients &mdash; and the firm &mdash; in civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
</li><li>Handle internal lawsuits and firm-related legal disputes with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
</li><li>Draft and argue motions, discovery, pleadings, and other key litigation documents.
</li><li>Manage collection cases, including demand letters, post-judgment enforcement, and asset recovery.
</li><li>Conduct hearings, mediations, and trials with confidence and skill.
</li><li>Provide legal advice and risk management guidance to internal teams and leadership.
</li><li>Negotiate settlements and resolutions to achieve favorable outcomes.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Experience
<ul><li>Background in business disputes, contract enforcement, and professional liability.
</li><li>Familiarity with post-judgment remedies and asset recovery strategies.
</li><li>Prior experience representing or advising a law firm or professional organization.</li>
</ul>
Benefits<ul>
<li>
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
</li><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
</li><li>Paid time off and firm holidays.
</li><li>Hybrid remote work option for 1-2 days based on billable hours</li>
<li>A positive, growth-minded workplace that truly values your contribution.</li></ul></div>

Civil Litigation Attorney Houston

Harris County District Attorney's Office

<div>General Litigation Attorney
The Harris County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office (HCDAO) located in Houston, Texas, is the fourth largest prosecutor&rsquo;s office in the country serving more than 4.7 million people. We are excited to hire an attorney to join the General Litigation Division, the DA&rsquo;s legal team. General Litigation is a unique blend of criminal and civil practice that gives its attorneys the opportunity to enhance their legal skillset beyond that of a regular prosecutor or civil litigator in a rewarding and collaborative environment not found elsewhere in public or private legal employment. Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) in the division advise the elected District Attorney, the Office, and its employees on various legal and policy issues and provide representation to the Office and its employees in administrative, state, and federal civil litigation. The Division attorneys also review and litigate requests for expunctions, represent the State in contempt proceedings, respond to record requests, facilitate out of state witness coordination and all aspects of fugitive matters.
Duties:
<ul><li>Representation of the District Attorney, the Office, and staff in state and federal state civil litigation;</li>
<li>Representation of the Office in expunction proceedings, including screening and guidance defense attorneys and pro se petitioners and litigation.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Representation of the State in criminal contempt prosecutions - both as prosecutors and defense of staff members.</li>
<li>Representation of the State in judicial recusal hearings.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Representation of the State in fugitive extradition proceedings and assistance with out of state witness appearances.</li>
<li>Gatekeeping of District Attorney&rsquo;s records; respond to Public Information Act requests and subpoenas for all levels of prosecution files and related records; produce and litigate as appropriate.</li></ul> 
 
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx 
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
Requirements:
Education and Experience:
<ul><li>Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.</li>
<li>Three (3) years of experience practicing civil and/or criminal law</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
<ul><li>Working knowledge of the Texas court systems</li>
<li>Courtroom litigation experience</li>
<li>Possess strong written and verbal communication skills</li>
</ul>
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
<ul><li>Regular Full-time</li>
<li>Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM &ndash; 5:00 PM</li>
</ul>
Compensation and Benefits:
<ul><li>This is a Felony 2 position with a salary of $117,644.80.</li>
<li>Harris County offers competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance; access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts; participation in the TCDRS retirement system which includes a 225% county match after vesting; an optional 457 deferred compensation retirement plan; 11 paid holidays; compensatory time accrual over 40 hours in a workweek; vacation and sick leave; and paid parental leave for qualified employees. You can find a full description of these benefits, and others, at the Harris County Human Resources website: https://benefitsathctx.com/</li></ul></div>

General Litigation Attorney-Felony2

The Nielsen Law Firm, PC

Houston, Texas Plaintiff&rsquo;s Personal Injury Firm seeking an experienced plaintiffs&rsquo; personal injury litigation attorney to handle auto collision, serious injury and wrongful death cases. The position offers competitive compensation plus bonuses. Must be results driven and have knowledge and experience. The ideal person is highly competitive and enjoys a busy workday. Excellent opportunity to join a busy practice and become a real live trial lawyer!Job Type: Full-timePay: $110,000.00 - $200,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Houston, TX 77092 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Houston, TX 77092: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

TrustPoint International, LLC

Trustpoint.One is pleased to be partnering with the Houston office of an AmLaw 100 firm in their search for a Temporary Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney. The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in Texas, located in Houston and meet the following requirements:<ul><li>At least five years of experience litigating personal injury and/or insurance defense cases in both state and federal court.</li><li>Experience managing all phases of litigation, including propounding and responding to discovery and performing legal research.</li><li>Excellent research and writing skills are required.</li><li>A competitive salary hourly rate is offered.</li><li>Position offers remote work and will require the ability to travel on an as needed basis.</li></ul>For immediate consideration, please submit your resume via the link below.This is a great opportunity to work with a collegial team of successful trial attorneys who are passionate about what they do!Interested and qualified Texas-based Litigation Attorneys are encouraged to submit a resume for immediate consideration.Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Job Type: TemporaryPay: From $65.00 per hourWork Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77002

Temporary Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

Kean Miller LLP

<div>With over 235 attorneys and eight office locations in Louisiana and Texas, Kean Miller serves as legal counsel to the people and industries that drive the energy-belt economy. From our offices in Houston, The Woodlands, Lake Charles, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport, Fortune 500 companies, national businesses, and local companies rely on Kean Miller for efficient legal services and practical advice, always provided in a cost-efficient manner. In the courtroom and the boardroom, Kean Miller attorneys create unique solutions, pragmatic strategies, and unparalleled value that allow our clients to perform at the highest level.
Kean Miller is seeking an experienced Litigation Partnership Track Attorney in our Houston office.
Qualified candidates will possess minimum of five years of experience in fiduciary litigation matters and complex probate and trust matters. The Firm represents a wide array of individuals and financial institutions in the context of probate and trust matters which often involve high net-worth individuals and trusts. Qualified candidates must be capable of developing and executing sophisticated litigation strategies and settling multi-issue disputes. The candidate should possess the following characteristics:<ul><li>
Current Texas law license</li><li>
Min of 5 years&rsquo; experience in probate litigation</li><li>
Strong legal research and advocacy skills</li><li>
Ability to draft documents which require technical competencies while also being persuasive</li><li>
Solid understanding and application of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence</li><li>
Ability to successfully interface with a client and manage a client&rsquo;s expectations</li><li>
Experience defending and taking depositions</li><li>
Ability to manage a docket of cases and build his or her own practice</li></ul>
Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and excellent references. Candidates must demonstrate the ability and the desire to interact with Kean Miller&rsquo;s clients and to further develop client and referral relationships. The successful candidate should have a history of high achievement, the desire to work in a fast-paced challenging environment and the ability to work as part of a team.
What Kean Miller Offers
We offer a people-first culture, meaningful work, competitive salaries, and an extensive benefits package that includes health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage and 401(k).
How to Apply
Please submit a resume to Renee.Carughi@keanmiller.com or apply through our Careers Page on our website All submissions are held in the strictest confidence.
Kean Miller is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal and local laws prohibiting discrimination based upon, race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or other status or activity protected by law.
About Kean Miller
Kean Miller is one of the largest and best recognized law firms in the Gulf South region and the largest law firm based in Baton Rouge. For 42 years, the Firm has been innovating and growing, revolutionizing the standards for excellence in client service, and earning numerous awards for its market-leading practices and thoughtful and creative legal representation. Mansfield certified for the sixth consecutive year, Kean Miller has been consistently named to the National Law Journal&rsquo;s NLJ 500 and the Law360 Top 400 lists. The Firm is routinely recognized as a Best Place to Work by business publications in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, and Houston. The Firm&rsquo;s collaborative culture, people-first approach, and devotion to quality are foundational to the Firm&rsquo;s continued success, reflecting its reputation in the market.</div>

Probate Litigation Associate

United States Department of Justice

Hiring Organization
 USAO Southern District of Texas
 Hiring Office
 United States Attorney's Office, Southern District Texas
 Attorney Appointment Type
 Attorney Permanent
 Job ID
 26-SDTX-12836351-AUSA
 
Location: 
1000 Louisiana St, #2300
 Houston, TX 77002 - United States
 
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
 About the Office
 
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas is among the largest and busiest in the nation, spanning 43 counties and 44,000 square miles and representing 8.3 million people from the Houston area to the Mexico border. Employment with the U.S. Attorney's Office is a unique, challenging, and rewarding experience for the highly motivated attorney.
 
If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging career in public service, consider applying to be an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) for the Southern District of Texas. As an AUSA, you will join the more than 100,000 dedicated public servants of the Department of Justice and will further the Department's mission of enforcing federal law, defending the interests of the United States, seeking just punishment for the guilty, and ensuring the impartial administration of justice for all Americans. The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas is at the forefront of national efforts to secure the border, stem narcotics trafficking, and deter and punish violent crime, and, as such, practicing in this district offers a fast-paced, challenging, and varied caseload, with frequent courtroom appearances.
 
First round consideration will be given to applications submitted by December 19, 2025, at 11:59pm EST. Applicant list will be reviewed every 30 days.
 
Although the hiring process is rigorous and highly selective, if selected you will find that being an Assistant United States Attorney is more than just a job, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal and civil laws that protect the life, liberty and the property of your fellow citizens.
 
For more information on the Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney's Office, visit:
 http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html
 http://www.justice.gov/usao-sdtx
 
Job Description
 
The U.S. Attorney's Office is currently seeking to fill Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) positions in the Civil Division. It is an opportunity to litigate a broad range of cases involving significant, complex issues on behalf of the United States in federal court. Working in the Civil Division, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal civil laws that protect life, liberty, and property.
 
If selected, the individual will be working on immigration enforcement matters, issuing warrants, defending habeas corpus cases, seeking injunctions, defending asylum and passport cases and well as general civil litigation.
 
Responsibilities will increase and civil assignments may become more complex as your training and experience progress.
 
Please be advised the Southern District of Texas is advertising this position in all AD grades from 21 to 29. The grade is generally determined based on the number of years of professional Attorney experience the applicant possesses. The advertised salary range corresponds to the specified grades.
 
Qualifications
 
Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1* year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
 
United States citizenship is required.
 
Preferred Qualifications: Strong academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues, high-volume courtroom experience, outstanding organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with other AUSAs, support staff, and investigative agencies, and a demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Courtroom experience, including first-chair jury trials, is preferred. Successful candidates will be computer proficient, capable of doing their own legal research and writing, and self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings.
 
As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
 
All initial attorney positions to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis.
 
This position is located in Houston, TX.
 
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
 
All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14 month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
 
Political Appointees (Current and Former): Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
 
Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
 
EEO Statement: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
 
Application Process
 
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
 
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on September 30, 2026 to receive consideration.
 
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
 
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. (It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)
 
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
 
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
 
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. However, should you not be able to apply online, please contact Southern District of Texas at 956-992-9414 or email at Cassandra.Vela@usdoj.gov, prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.
 
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
 
Salary
 
Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of pay for this position (including locality) is $85,270.00 to $195,100.00.
 
Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees.

Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

Overview: 
The Houston, TX office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its General Liability Practice.
 
The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least two (2) to seven (7) years of experience in all phases of insurance defense litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the Texas Bar is required.
 
Lewis Brisbois' General Liability Practice is comprised of over 600 attorneys nationwide who have successfully represented defendants in significant exposure cases in numerous general liability areas. The group has provided a defense for a myriad of property and personal injury claims, for both businesses and individuals who may be insured or self-insured. While the attorneys within the firm are equipped to handle a wide variety of matters, we excel in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases. The General Liability Practice partners and senior associates are seasoned and well-respected trial attorneys who have broad trial experience. Our attorneys have been cited by the National Law Journal for obtaining one of the "Top Ten Defense Verdicts of the Year," and have received other prominent recognition.
 
Although we would prefer that you have some insurance defense experience, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.
 
We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
 
Qualifications: 
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General Liability Associate Attorney

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