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Job description
NextEraHR is supporting the Texas Justice Center in identifying an experienced Senior Legal Counsel with hands-on attorney to lead the firm’s legal operations, manage an active caseload, and provide practical in-house counsel to the Owner and several affiliated businesses.Must be licensed in the State of Texas
Key Responsibilities
Oversee litigation and personal injury matters from case evaluation through resolution or trial.
Manage an active caseload and review pleadings, discovery, motions, settlement demands, and other legal documents.
Be proactively involved in Receivership proceedings and assignments.
Supervise, mentor, and assign work to attorneys and support staff members.
Maintain strong case-management procedures, deadlines, client communication, and work quality.
Advise the Owner and affiliated businesses on contracts, operations, employment matters, compliance, disputes, and risk management.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, vendor agreements, releases, and other business documents.
Work with outside counsel and other professional advisors when specialized assistance is needed.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree and active Texas law license in good standing.
Eight to ten years of legal experience, including strong litigation and personal injury experience.
Experience supervising attorneys or legal staff and managing multiple cases and deadlines.
Strong legal writing, communication, judgment, confidentiality, and business-focused problem-solving skills.
Preferred Experience
Solo or small-firm practice, trial work, in-house counsel, business contracts, employment law, corporate governance, or immigration law experience is preferred.
Compensation
Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, and portable business, if applicable.
Benefits and incentive opportunities will be discussed during the interview process.
The firm is an equal opportunity employer.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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