Job Title: Law Associate
Location: Houston, TX
Hours: 40 hours per week
Experience Required: 5+ years
Job Description:
As a Law Associate, you will be involved in the management and execution of class action cases, providing legal expertise to support the firm’s clients in various complex legal proceedings. You will handle case research, drafting legal documents, and collaborating with senior attorneys in case strategy. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth and exposure to a wide range of legal issues within the class action field.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and handle a diverse caseload, with a primary focus on class action cases, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
- Prepare legal briefs, memoranda, and other documents to support litigation strategies.
- Attend hearings, depositions, and court proceedings; interact with clients, opposing counsel, and experts.
- Provide strategic legal analysis and advice to clients under the supervision of senior attorneys.
- Manage case files, timelines, and documentation using case management software, ensuring adherence to firm standards and deadlines.
- Coordinate with internal teams, including paralegals and legal assistants, to ensure smooth case progression.
- Stay current on legal developments related to class action litigation and other relevant practice areas.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Associate, specifically with a focus on class action cases.
- Experience with AmLaw 50/100 firms preferred.
- Proficient in case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, litigation procedures, and documentation processes.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education is preferred, though not required.
