Attorney - Litigation
r l barclay associatesHouston (TX)
Attorney - Litigation
Posted today
r l barclay associatesHouston (TX)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Our client, a reputable and growing Houston-area law firm, has a great opportunity available for an experienced Litigation Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to take on meaningful responsibility and play a key role in all phases of complex litigation, from initial case strategy through trial and resolution.
Position Overview:
The ideal candidate is a skilled litigator with a strong defense background who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role offers significant hands-on experience, including direct client interaction, courtroom exposure, and the ability to manage cases independently.
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school (top 10% preferred)
Active license and good standing with the Texas State BarMinimum of 10 years of defense litigation experience
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- General civil litigation
- Complex litigation
- Insurance defense
- Product liability
- Appellate law
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
- Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of federal and state court procedures
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload independently through all phases of litigation, from inception to trial or settlement
- Develop case strategies and provide thoughtful legal analysis and recommendations
- Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda
- Conduct and defend depositions
- Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- Prepare witnesses and organize trial exhibits
- Communicate effectively with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Ensure compliance with court rules, scheduling orders, and critical deadlines
- Please reference job ID #69331.About R.L. Barclay & Associates
Founded in 2012, R.L. Barclay & Associates has earned a strong reputation in the recruiting industry by consistently placing top-tier talent across a broad range of disciplines. Our areas of expertise include Legal, Mortgage, Banking, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Information Technology, Human Resources, Administrative, Oil & Gas, and Engineering.
R.L. Barclay & Associates has successfully placed hundreds of experienced professionals in law firms and corporations throughout Texas, as well as in multiple states nationwide. To learn more about our company and the current openings in our network, please visit www.rlbarclay.com.
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