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Law Firm Associate - Houston Litigation
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A Law Clerk assists judges with research and other legal and administrative work, particularly for cases to be decided in court. Organizes legal files, researches laws and prior decisions, reviews briefs submitted by attorneys. May draft and file legal documents or assist litigation attorneys. Works in a short term position typically held by law students or recent law school graduates
$81,862 / year median in Texas
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Phelps Dunbar is seeking an associate for the Litigation practice group in the Houston office. The preferred candidate will have 5+ years of civil litigation experience, with a concentration on the marine, energy, and/or transportation industries. Our success is based on the expertise of our lawyers. As Phelps Dunbar expands regionally, we look to hire bright, energetic, motivated attorneys with excellent academic credentials, legal abilities and skills. The Firm prides itself on the legal expertise and personal qualities of our attorneys who practice at the Firm. Phelps Dunbar offers attorneys exceptional opportunities and resources to help them learn, grow and develop in the practice of law. As our attorneys progress throughout their career, we recognize the importance of maintaining our standards of excellence through mentoring, training and team building.