Civil Litigation Attorney

Company Description

DNRBS&Z is a respected law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services and representing client interests with dedication and professionalism. The Firm is a private firm owned by attorneys who previously worked as in-house attorneys for local government entities. We represent our public sector clients in civil disputes that include employment matters, personal injury, property disputes, and civil rights.

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative environment that values both client success and professional development. Our team is driven by a commitment to excellence and achieving optimal outcomes for our clients.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Civil Litigation Attorney based in League City, TX. The Civil Litigation Attorney will manage all aspects of cases from inception to resolution, including:

• Legal research
• Drafting motions
• Preparing for trials
• Conducting depositions

Additionally, the attorney will:

• Represent clients in court
• Advise on legal matters
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop case strategies

We value work-life balance, and the position has significant flexibility for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Confidence in the courtroom or an interest in developing strong courtroom presence
• Litigation experience that includes at least one of the following:

- Drafting or responding to motions

- Preparing or responding to written discovery

- Taking or defending depositions

- Developing disposition strategies

- First or second chair trial experience

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines

Preferred

• Two years’ experience working as an attorney within a public sector agency, such as:

- A district attorney office

- A county attorney office

- A city attorney office

- An assistant attorney at a state or federal agency

- Handling appearances in state and federal court

• Litigation experience in state or federal court representing:

- A local government entity and its officials and employees

• Work history with a civil defense firm of any type and experience with:

- Time-keeping

- Billing practices

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand at a variable height desk for long periods of time
• Ability to use computer screens and computer equipment, including mouse and keyboards, for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel by car or plane for several hours at a time, from time to time
• Ability to carry boxes and equipment weighing between 10 to 15 pounds, from time to time

Work Environment

• Professional office environment staffed with:

- Administrative personnel

- Paralegal staff

- Other attorneys

• Networked office environment that communicates with the Firm’s other offices across the State of Texas
• Collegial and low-key office environment, except when work demands are pressing
• Ability to work out of other Firm offices from time to time when assisting on certain matters

Pay and Benefits

• Base pay negotiable, commensurate with knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Bonuses:

- Performance bonus based on objective productivity criteria

- Discretionary year-end bonuses for all full-time employees on a pro-rata basis

• Health Care:

- Coverage for the employee after the elimination period, with premiums paid by the Firm

- Coverage available for spouses, family, and qualifying dependents at employee’s cost

• Retirement Plan:

- Profit-sharing model available after elimination period

• Professional Development:

- CLE and other training paid for by the Firm