We are looking for an Experienced Commercial Litigation Attorney (3+ years) in Dallas, TX, US to join our dedicated litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for mid-level to a senior attorney to launch their career in law firm business and learn how to run a successful practice while providing clients with practical solutions and courtroom wins.
Sul Lee Law Firm, PLLC is a small firm with 9 attorneys and 12 staff members. We are committed to liberating clients' businesses from disputes.
Our firm is an energetic, creative, and fun environment that encourages professional growth and balanced work-life harmony. To be considered for this position, applicants need to show outstanding written and analytical skills, as well as have a minimum of three (3) years of civil litigation experience. Past appellate, insurance defense, and/or motion practice experience is also preferred. We seek an individual who can look beyond the now and help us strategically build relationships with clients.
Benefits include:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401(k) and match
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development
- Other benefits negotiable
- Leading and supporting state/federal cases as well as arbitrations
- Motion practice and Discovery work
- Attending hearings, depositions, mediations, and other court appearances
- Executing the solution both by directly working on it or by utilizing and delegating with appropriate junior attorneys and staff
- Managing client communication
- Preparing cases for success in mediation, trial, and arbitration
- Communicating with opposing counsel and with the court
Drafting Skills:
- Proven expertise in drafting motions and briefs (writing sample(s) please)
- Strong command of legal language and persuasive writing
- A Procedure for Drafting - Systematic approach to drafting tasks
- Ability to outline and structure arguments effectively
- A habit of documenting progress and updating colleagues
Legal Area Interests (Preferred):
- Employment Law
- Shareholder Disputes
- Restrictive Covenants
Strategic Thinking:
- Enjoyment in uncovering hidden or nuanced legal issues
- Proficient in conducting comprehensive legal research
- Analytical skills to identify and leverage unique legal angles
Collaboration and Communication:
A method, a commitment to, or an understanding of:
- Incremental progress
- Regular documentation
- Progressive milestones
- Scheduled updates
- Effective communication skills with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel
Employment of Technology:
- Comfort with legal research tools, case management software (Clio preferred), and e-discovery tools