Contract Staff Attorney - [HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS ONLY]

devenere law collective pllcHouston, TX18 days ago

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Lawyers Paralegals and Legal Assistants Legal Support Workers, All Other

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Now Hiring: Contract Staff Attorney - [HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS ONLY] The Devenere Law Collective (DLC) was built from a vision shaped by years of experience acrossmultiple areas of law and a deep commitment to collaboration, innovation, and community. What beganas a journey through the evolving challenges of the legal profession grew into something greater—acollective of like-minded attorneys dedicated to providing strategic, client-centered legalservices. Today, DLC continues to grow as a modern, inclusive ﬁrm where diverse perspectives arevalued and attorneys are empowered to thrive. We are currently seeking a Contract Staff Attorney to join our expanding team.

Position Overview: This is a contract-based role for an experienced civil litigation attorney who is conﬁdent managingcomplex matters, appearing in both state and federal court, and maintaining a consistent caseloadin a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities & Duties Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution Draft, review, and ﬁle pleadings, motions, and federal court ﬁlings Conduct legal research and develop strategic case approaches Represent clients in state and federal court hearings, mediations, and trials Handle all phases of discovery, including depositions, interrogatories, and document production Ensure compliance with federal and state procedural rules and court deadlines Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel Provide case evaluations and legal recommendations Collaborate with internal team members, including case managers and support staff Maintain accurate and timely billing records to meet required billable hours

Required Qualifications: Licensed in the State of Texas

Minimum 8+ years of legal practice Must be knowledgeable in three or more of the following practice areas: (i) Probate/Estate Planning; (ii) Real Estate; (iii) Business Transaction & Litigation; and (iv) Family Law. Demonstrated experience in civil litigation (required) Trial experience (required) Ability to meet a minimum of 60 billable hours bi-weekly (120+ hours per month) Strong ability to independently manage cases and deadlines Ability to accept fulltime employment after expiration of contract Capability to go to court within Harris County and any of the contiguous counties

Preferred Qualifications: Experience handling federal litigation matters

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

What We’re Looking For: We value diverse perspectives and are seeking driven attorneys who bring professionalism, empathy, and a client-centered approach. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and thrives in acollaborative legal environment. Work Structure Contract position for 6+ months minimum Minimum 120+ hours per month required Although this position is remote, the Attorney must be available for court appearances as needed Ability to accept fulltime employment after expiration of contract ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES We are also actively recruiting: Appearance Attorneys in the following areas: Business Litigation Probate Construction Litigation Family/Guardianships Civil Litigation Contract Attorneys (Immediate Need): One Family Law Attorney One Civil Litigation Attorney (must be federally licensed)

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Level

SeniorL5

Location

Houston, TX

Occupation

Lawyers

Industry

Offices of Lawyers

Posted

18 days ago

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