Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation & Local Government
Overview
Own civil litigation practice with exposure to local governments at a small Dallas firm. Lead legal research, drafting, and client communication across county and municipal governance matters. Collaborate with a tight-knit team and manage matters against strict deadlines. This role offers growth opportunities in a collaborative, hands-on environment.
What You'll Do5
- 1Build and draft legal documents and conduct legal research for civil litigation and local government matters
- 2Analyze and summarize legal documents and prepare counsel briefs for use at meetings with clients and opposing counsel
- 3Correspond with clients and opposing counsel to advance cases and coordinate discovery
- 4Represent county and municipal governments at local meetings and provide practical counsel to departments
- 5Work independently while contributing to a team and meeting deadlines in a small firm setting
Requirements5
- 1Licensed to practice law in Georgia
- 21+ years of experience in civil litigation and/or local government representation
- 3Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills
- 4Ability to juggle multiple client matters and adhere to deadlines
- 5Experience with law firm environment preferred
Salary Insight
$80 - $90k per year
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