Litigation Associate Attorney

Rosenblatt Law Firm•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Rosenblatt Law Firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate Attorney to oversee and manage an extensive litigation docket. The attorney will handle matters in Texas courts from initial client consultation through settlement, trial, and post-judgment collection, including business and contract disputes, collections, construction defect (RCLA) claims, real estate and foreclosure, probate, and insurance defense. The role includes evaluating matters, advising clients, developing case strategies, conducting legal research, drafting documents, managing discovery, appearing in court and alternative dispute resolution, and coordinating with colleagues and other professionals. The attorney will also contribute to client development, supervise support staff, report case status at weekly litigation meetings, and maintain accurate billing and records in accordance with professional obligations.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree.
Admission to the Texas Bar.
At least 5 years of experience as a litigation attorney, with a proven track record handling complex cases and a deep understanding of court rules and procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including persuasive legal writing.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical, legal research, and problem-solving skills.
Strong negotiation skills.
Working knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence.
Comfort taking and defending depositions and appearing in court.
Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks.
Ability to travel for hearings, depositions, and mediations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Adherence to professional ethics, including attorney-client privilege and confidentiality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Clio and eFile Texas.

Responsibilities

Manage a significant caseload from initial client consultation through settlement, trial, and post-judgment collection in Texas courts.
Develop case strategy, track deadlines, and manage client expectations.
Evaluate new matters; draft demand letters, cease-and-desist responses, and pre-suit notices; and advise clients whether to sue, defend, or negotiate.
Advise business, individual, and insurance clients on options, risks, costs, and likely outcomes; obtain client approval before key decisions and provide timely updates.
Handle insurance carrier and third-party administrator assignments, prepare case evaluations and status reports, follow carrier guidelines, and evaluate settlement demands, including Stowers demands.
Draft and research pleadings, motions, briefs, proposed orders, research memoranda, agreements, and fee affidavits, ensuring filings comply with Texas and local rules.
Manage discovery, including disclosures, written discovery, objections, client document production, privilege logs and redactions, subpoenas, discovery disputes, and depositions.
Prepare clients and corporate representatives for depositions, defend depositions, and work with expert witnesses.
Represent clients at hearings, arbitrations, and trials; work with firm partners on trial preparation; and travel outside Bexar County as needed.
Negotiate settlements, prepare mediation statements, attend mediations, advise clients on likely recovery, and handle releases and dismissals through settlement closing.
Monitor legal developments affecting ongoing cases and advise clients and colleagues.
Support client development through networking, bar associations, and referral relationships.
Assign tasks to and review work of paralegals, legal assistants, and law clerks; coordinate with co-counsel, bankruptcy counsel, mediators, experts, and adjusters.
Report case status at the firm's weekly litigation meeting.
Record time daily with clear narratives, track expenses, and comply with the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct.