Associate Attorney at Cuccia Wilson PLLC

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Duties:
- Work in the Dallas office, but handle litigation in multiple counties
- Litigate cases in court, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies
- Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients
- Represent clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings
- Attend depositions, hearings, and trials

• draft questions for depositions
• defend clients in depositions
• prepare arguments for hearings, pre-trial matters
• draft questions for trial witnesses
• draft pre-trial documents
• serve as first or second chair in trial

- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the case
- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients

Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Texas State Bar Association for more than 2 years
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent research and analytical abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• manage daily tasks related to a litigation docket
• manage and oversee a litigation calendar

- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Prior experience in litigation and negotiation is preferred
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney to join our team. We offer a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and paid lunch. If you are passionate about the law and have a desire to advocate for clients, we encourage you to apply.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected]
Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• 401K Plan
• QSEHRA (after 90 days full-time employment)
• Paid lunches in office (discretionary)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Saturday and Sunday, on rare occasions

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience:

• Litigation: 2 years plus (Required)
• Deposition - defended and taken
• Mediation - participated in
• Hearings - Summary Judgment or Motion to Dismiss
• Written discovery - drafted questions, objections and responses
• Trial experience (a plus)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)