Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Job Summary

We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our law firm. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will gain experience and have the opportunity to learn from more experienced attorneys. This position is ideal for someone seeking to develop and grow in their law career.

Responsibilities

Meet with current clients and potential new clients
Manage assigned docket of litigation cases
Negotiate on behalf of clients
Draft pleadings and motions
Draft and respond to discovery
Present and assist in preparing clients for depositions and mediation
Appear in court, at hearings, and trials

Qualifications

Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam
Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
Previous deposition and litigation experience
Strong legal research, written, and verbal communication skills required
Competency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn new legal software
Ability to build rapport with clients, manage time properly, and work independently
Proficiency and knowledge of procedural Texas law and the litigation process

Preferred Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

At Hinojosa Law, we believe in giving our clients the truth about where their case stands. We want our clients to be able to make fully-informed decisions on how to best handle their case by providing realistic options. Communicating with our clients is our highest priority, and we maintain an open-door policy in order to provide them with prompt updates on the status of their cases. Hinojosa Law promises to provide you with the best of its legal advice and to treat your case with the utmost care and respect from start to finish.

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