Zerbe Miller Fingeret Frank & Jadav ("ZMF") is a boutique litigation firm representing businesses and individuals in complex civil and tax-related disputes. Our attorneys regularly appear before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Courts, and Federal Courts of Appeal, advocating for clients in high stakes matters involving tax credits, refund claims, and tax penalties. The firm also represents companies in federal commercial disputes. The firm's culture combines federal practice sophistication with small-firm collaboration, offering direct client engagement and meaningful courtroom experience early in one's career.
Position Summary:We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience to join our Litigation Practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in federal litigation, tax procedure, and administrative law, and will thrive in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment. This role provides a rare opportunity to litigate substantive tax and financial matters for small to mid-sized businesses across the country, from pre-litigation strategy through trial and appeal.
Responsibilities- Draft motions, discovery requests, and briefs in U.S. District Court and U.S. Tax Court
- Conduct factual investigations, witness interviews, and expert coordination
- Develop case strategies and advise clients through all phases of litigation
- Manage, review, and digest large amounts of discovery to help support case strategy
- Collaborate closely with staff, senior attorneys and partners on trial preparation and oral argument
- Research complex procedural and statutory issues involving tax, jurisdiction, and federal claims
Qualifications- J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- Preferred 2-5 years of litigation experience, preferably in federal court or as a federal clerk
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
- Admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- Background or coursework in tax, accounting, financial regulation, or a technical field such as engineering, is a plus but not required
- Experience drafting dispositive motions, legal briefs and analyzing discovery is highly valued
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work independently, manage deadlines, and handle client-facing responsibilities
- High sense of urgency with the ability to meet deadlines and changing priorities
- Candidate must reside or relocate to Houston, TX and the role is 100% in-office
- Available to travel about 25% of the time within the United States
Why Join Us- Substantive litigation experience early in your career
- Collegial environment emphasizing mentorship and collaboration
- National scope practice with a small firm feel
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package including 100% employer paid medical/dental premiums for single coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, company provided life insurance and disability, onsite gyn and group fitness classes, paid covered parking, and more!
