Associate Attorney - Litigation Defense - Austin

Naman Howell Smith & Lee PLLC•Austin, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Naman Howell’s Austin office is hiring an Associate Attorney to handle civil litigation defense matters from inception through resolution. The work includes conducting discovery, drafting and arguing motions, appearing at trial, and assisting with appellate proceedings. Matters may involve personal injury defense, transportation litigation, construction, premises liability, and product liability. The firm offers competitive salaries and an annual bonus plan, along with a range of insurance and retirement benefits. Associates may be considered for partnership after five years of employment, with possible credit for prior experience. Lateral attorneys are encouraged to apply. Occasional local and statewide travel may be required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Licensed to practice and in good standing in the State of Texas.
Strongly preferred experience handling civil litigation defense matters.
Ability to provide excellent client service in a timely and efficient manner.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal principles clearly and succinctly to non-experts.
Detail-oriented problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.
Self-starter who can work in a team-oriented environment and meet deadlines.
Collegial and collaborative approach with a client-first mindset.

Nice To Haves

Experience in personal injury defense, transportation litigation, construction, premises liability, or product liability.

Responsibilities

Litigate civil defense matters from inception through resolution.
Conduct discovery.
Draft and argue motions.
Appear at trial.
Assist with appellate proceedings.
Provide timely and efficient client service.
Manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Travel locally and statewide occasionally, as required.

Benefits

Competitive salary with an annual bonus plan.
401(k) and profit sharing after one year of service.
Medical insurance fully paid by the firm for attorneys and their dependents, subject to a minimal annual deductible.
Dental and vision insurance available at low rates.
Cell phone reimbursement.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Annual state bar fees covered by the firm.
Additional fringe benefits.
Partnership consideration after five years of employment, with possible credit for previous experience.