Associate Attorney - POA Practice (Recent Bar Passers Encouraged to Apply)

Overview

This role is for an Associate Attorney in the Property Owners Association department in the firm’s Frisco office. The position involves legal research, fact investigation, preparation of legal documents, and participation in hearings and other proceedings under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and other materials relating to clients, including:
  • Deed restriction enforcement
  • Collection litigation
  • Counseling and transactional matters as assigned
• Oversee and manage a high-volume pre-litigation and litigation docket
• Research and analyze law sources, including statutes, case law, and legal articles
• Oversee and review preparation of legal documents such as:
  • Demand letters
  • Association governing documents
  • Opinions
  • Petitions and motions
• Attend and participate in hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials
• Handle client interaction and support client development
• Help coordinate workflow and supervise paralegals
• As needed, work with POA shareholders and/or associate attorneys and staff in other firm offices

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed in the state of Texas
• Proficiency in both litigation and transactional legal work is highly desirable

Key Competencies

• Problem Solving/Analysis: Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop solutions aligned with client interests
• Communication Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication to convey legal concepts to clients, colleagues, and the court
• Ethical Conduct: Uphold the highest ethical standards and professional integrity
• Time Management: Manage caseloads, deadlines, and priorities to ensure timely and accurate representation
• Teamwork Orientation: Collaborate with colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders
• Initiative: Take ownership of legal matters and drive toward successful outcomes
• Strategic Thinking: Identify opportunities and risks and craft comprehensive legal strategies
• Business Acumen: Provide legal advice considering the broader business context
• Thoroughness: Detailed attention to legal research, case preparation, and documentation
• Presentation Skills: Deliver persuasive presentations in court, negotiations, and client consultations

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Bonus eligibility based on performance and contributions
• 401(k) with matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Supplemental policies
• Long-term care insurance
• Identity theft and legal services
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Parental leave
• Flexible working environment
• Remote working options
• Paid lunches
• Paid parking
• Wellness program, including corporate-sponsored Lifetime Fitness memberships or gym reimbursements

Location

• Frisco office

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and provides consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.