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Job description
Job Post – Contract Civil Litigation Attorney
Now Hiring: Contract Civil Litigation Attorney
Client: The Devenere Law Collective
The Devenere Law Collective is seeking a highly motivated Contract Civil Litigation Attorney to support its growing litigation practice. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys with strong civil litigation experience who can independently manage cases from intake through resolution while working in a flexible, primarily remote environment.
Location: Houston, TX
Target Areas: Houston, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Pearland, Katy, Cypress, Richmond, Rosenberg, Pasadena, Bellaire, Friendswood, League City, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball, Stafford, Alvin, Manvel, Fresno, and Humble.
Required Court Territories:
Harris County Fort Bend County Brazoria County
Compensation
Contract Compensation $90 - $115 per approved billable hour Target: 160 billable hours per month Estimated Monthly Earnings: $14,400 - $18, Independent Contractor Initial Contract Term: 6-8 Months Potential Conversion to Permanent Employment
About the Role
The Contract Civil Litigation Attorney will handle a variety of civil litigation matters, including business disputes and real estate litigation. This position requires strong litigation skills, courtroom experience, motion practice, discovery management, and the ability to independently manage cases in both Texas State and Federal Courts.
Key Responsibilities
Manage civil litigation matters from intake through resolution Handle business litigation and real estate litigation matters Conduct discovery and manage case strategy Draft motions, pleadings, and legal documents Take and defend depositions Attend hearings and courtroom appearances Manage federal and state court filings Communicate with clients and opposing counsel Maintain billable hour expectations Travel for court appearances when required Collaborate with attorneys and firm leadership
Required Qualifications
Active Texas Bar License
Good Standing with the Texas State Bar
Active admission to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
2-5 years of Civil Litigation experience
Business Litigation experience
Real Estate Litigation experience
Discovery and Depositions experience
Motion drafting and legal writing experience
Federal and State Court filing experience
Courtroom experience
Ability to independently manage cases
Ability to maintain approximately 160 billable hours per month
Ability to travel throughout Harris, Fort Bend, and Brazoria Counties
Ability to report to the Houston office when required
Willingness to commit to a 6-8 month contract
Benefits
Competitive hourly compensation Fully remote flexibility (with court appearances) Potential long-term employment opportunity Collaborative law firm environment Exposure to diverse litigation matters
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Who can apply
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