Responsibilities- Represent clients involved in various construction related incidents, construction defect, breach of contract, and breach of warranty
- Provide comprehensive legal counsel and defense strategies to individuals, businesses, and insurance companies operating within the construction industry
- Conduct thorough investigations into construction cases, analyze evidence, asses liability, and develop defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances
- Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings
- Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on various issues related to construction and personal injury law
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
- Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations
- Manage case files and maintain accurate and organized records
- Attend continuing legal education courses to stay current on legal developments in the construction industry
Experience- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the State Bar of Texas
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in construction defect cases
- Strong research and writing skills
- Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Willingness to travel when necessary
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
- Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations
- Manage case files and maintain accurate and organized records
- Attend continuing legal education courses to stay current on legal developments in the construction industry
TechnologyMayer LLP has implemented the following technology platforms:
- Westlaw
- Harvey AI
- Coyote
- PointOne
- iManage
Benefits- Competitive quarterly bonus plan based on monthly billables - ability to earn an additional $52k annually
- Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits that go into effect the 1st of the month after an employee starts with the firm
- 10 company holidays + 4 early release days
- Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)
- 401k + firm match based on previous year revenue. Historically we have matched 25% up to 6% of the employee contribution
- Employee referral bonus ($2000 - $4000)
$110,000 - $165,000 a year
Compensation is commensurate with years of experience/bar admittance date
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