Financial Services and Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney
About The Position
Lewis Brisbois is seeking an attorney for its Dallas, Texas office to handle a wide range of matters, including commercial disputes and financial services litigation. The role involves providing legal services to clients and supervising attorneys, researching and analyzing legal and factual issues, drafting case documents, attending hearings throughout Texas, managing matters from start to finish, and communicating professionally with clients and supervising attorneys. The firm’s Complex Business & Commercial Litigation Practice handles state and federal litigation, appeals, and regulatory proceedings for clients ranging from Fortune 500 corporations and government agencies to small businesses, individuals, and entrepreneurs. The Financial Services team defends financial services companies and others in matters involving consumer finance statutes, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, as well as consumer protection laws such as the Telephone Consumer Protection Act and state unfair trade practices laws.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of civil litigation experience; the stated experience range is 2 to 7 years.
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
- Strong writing and oral communication skills.
- Ability to learn new substantive legal topics as needed.
- Familiarity with federal and state court practice.
- Experience preparing answers, motions, and discovery.
- Significant case management experience.
- Strong understanding of federal and state court procedural rules and practices.
- Clear and effective drafting and negotiating skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in financial services or business/commercial litigation is preferred.
- Hearing experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys.
- Conduct thorough factual and legal research and analysis.
- Draft pleadings and other case documents.
- Attend hearings throughout Texas.
- Manage matters from start to finish.
- Communicate professionally with clients and supervising attorneys.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
