Job Description
The Gonzalez Law Group is a general practice law firm based in Houston, Texas. Our attorneys and administrative staff work closely with one another to provide the highest level of service to each of our clients. We take our motto seriously, “Your legal team for life!” because we want to earn the right to become someone’s legal team for the rest of their life.
*Job Summary*
We are seeking a Business Attorney to become a part of our growing Civil Department.
The right candidate must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines in a timely manner. Candidate must be able to adapt to daily change, be responsive, self-motivated and have great attention to detail. This position presents a unique opportunity to join a dynamic practice and to quickly assume substantial responsibility.
Non-bilingual/Spanish-speaking Attorneys will be provided a translator and staff that will handle all the admin work.
Check out the video on our home page for more info on our team and philosophies!
*Benefits Overview: *
The Gonzalez Law Group offers a benefits package that includes up to 22 days of paid time off, 9 paid holidays, 401k with matching, medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. We are committed to providing a positive work environment and helping our employees succeed personally and professionally. We conduct performance evaluations after only three months of joining the company with the opportunity for a salary increase!
*Duties/Responsibilities:*
The ideal candidate will have experience with trial preparation and knowledge of complex litigation such as:
* Entertainment contract and contract disputes,
* Franchise and other business agreements
* Consumer Rights
* Insurance claims for property damage,
* Real Property claims,
* Breach of contract,
* Nonpayment of debt,
* Motor Vehicle Accident defense litigation,
* Trademarks,
* Construction lawsuits, etc.
* Working knowledge and experience of e-Filing in both State and Federal Court systems.
* Prepare initial discovery, i.e., interrogatories, request for production, request for admissions.
* Journal deadlines for responses and monitor for timeliness.
* Prepare draft responses to discovery, deposition summaries, legal documents such as pleadings, chronologies, deposition and/or trial binders for use by Attorneys.
* Investigate facts as requested by attorney.
* Ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents.
*Qualifications: *
* Texas Bar License
* Minimum of 2 years Civil Litigation experience
*Benefits:*
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance
* Bar dues paid
* Professional liability insurance paid
* CLE's paid along with travel, lodging, food, entertainment, etc.
*Law Firm:*
The Gonzalez Law Group, PLLC
7151 Office City Drive
Houston, TX 77087
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance
Experience:
* Civil Litigation: 2 years (Required)
Language:
* Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Texas Bar License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office,