Briefing Lawyer

ARNOLD & ITKIN LLP • Houston, TX

4d • Remote

About The Position

If you want to work on life-changing, industry-shaking cases; if you want justice for real people; if you work hard and win for your clients—no matter what, Arnold & Itkin LLP (“AI”) is the place for you.
AI is seeking driven, self-motivated, and detail-oriented briefing attorneys to work remotely from anywhere in the United States or in our Dallas office, supporting our Houston-based trial teams on high-profile cases across the country. AI is one of the top trial firms in the U.S. with offices in Houston, Texas; Dallas, Texas; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; and Midland. AI has recovered billions of dollars for its clients and set records across the country with verdicts and settlements in nearly every state. Please be sure to submit writing samples along with your resume.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize assignments, and complete assignments on time, without significant supervision.
• Well-organized: ability to prioritize tasks, work simultaneously on multiple projects, and complete high-quality documents according to tight timelines and shifting priorities.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex, and potentially unfamiliar, topics with attention to detail, thoroughness, and precision.
• Willingness to work flexible hours based on briefing schedules and variable workload.
• A preference for writing and editing in a fast-paced legal environment.
• An enthusiasm to be part of a team that fights for injured individuals and a desire to obtain favorable results for clients.
• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of any state bar.
• Minimum of two years’ post law school experience at a civil law firm or one year in a judicial clerkship.
• Excellent oral communication, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Mastery of the English language (verbal and written).
• Exhibit professionalism by adhering to all firm policies, security measures, and confidentiality requirements.
• Willing and available to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends as needed to accommodate caseload demands and court deadlines.
• Proficiency with Office 365 suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, along with the use of contemporary technology in law practice. Filevine, SharePoint, OneDrive, and TEAMS experience preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license
• Auto Insurance

Nice To Haves

• Plaintiff person injury experience
• Civil Litigation
• Hiring Experts
• Communication with clients on a regular basis
• Knowledge of Texas state and federal court laws
• Knowledge of cases from start to finish.
• Substantial experience writing/researching briefs, motions, responses.
• Experience in appellate work
• Knowledge of Filevine

Responsibilities

• Research, prepare, and draft motions and responses for assigned Houston trial team.
• Learn rules and law in varied jurisdictions (60% of cases in Texas, 20% Louisiana, 20% elsewhere).
• Conduct legal research and review case documents.
• Draft briefs and memoranda on contested issues during litigation and trial.
• Draft complex demand letters.
• Draft affirmative motions.
• Draft petitions and complaints.
• Attend trial as needed, 2-4 times a year, to draft trial briefs (travel required).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees