Associate Attorney, Houston, TX

Overview

Application Deadline: 19 November 2026

Department: Legal – Attorney

Location: Remote (based in Houston, Texas)

Compensation: $90,000 / year

This role is for a full-time Associate Attorney supporting a consumer protection practice representing consumers who have been harassed or otherwise deceived by creditors and debt collectors. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and handling a heavy, diversified caseload with matters related to consumer protection, including transactional and civil litigation.

Because the firm’s headquarters are in New York, communication with the main office is conducted exclusively via telephone and electronic means (email, Microsoft Teams, etc.).

Candidate location requirement: Candidates should be currently located within the Houston, TX area to be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and supervise a heavy and diversified caseload of clients in Texas
• Communicate with clients regarding their respective matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
• Review and draft agreements
• Communicate with opposing parties to resolve and settle claims
• Conduct legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law
• While working from home, travel for in-court appearances

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law in Texas
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm
• Superior organizational and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with senior management and staff at all levels
• Strong legal research skills; proficiency in LexisNexis is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation is $90,000 / year
• Training and guidance
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) benefits with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)

Work Authorization

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the United States.