Lawyer

Harper Law Firm • San Antonio, TX, US

Posted 1 day ago

Description

Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm’s clients, administrative staff, and senior partners. If you have the ability to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar research and writing skills, can communicate effectively, and use today’s technology well, please start your application today!

Responsibilities

Manage a docket and stay offensive with pre-litigation and litigation files
Conduct depositions, mediations, trial prep, trial & hearings
Handle motions and discovery
Negotiate with the insurance adjuster and defense attorneys
Draft motions and petitions
Report on case pipeline and quarterly KPIs
All attorneys are responsible for legal operations consistent with the firm’s mission and values

Get the appropriate legal documents ready for clients, such as brief, motions, and pleadings, as well as correspondence
Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff
Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action
Preside over paralegals, administrative assistants in connection with keeping track of time records, reviewing client billing, setting up client meetings and completing client projects

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Strong leadership skills
Litigation and trial experience preferred
Strong organizational and task prioritization
Strong analytical and legal writing skills
Ability to adapt and perform in high-pressure situations
Effective and thorough communicator
Actively seeks and implements feedback and works well with a team
Good standing with the State Bar of Texas
Personal commitment to a balanced and healthy lifestyle

Ability to use Microsoft Office is required
Prior experience working in a law firm for a minimum of 1-2 years required
Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
Candidates must currently be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred
Work independently while handling a heavy caseload

Compensation

$170,000 - $170,000/year

About Harper Law Firm

Why Join Harper Law Firm?

Work on meaningful cases where your contributions directly impact client outcomes
Be part of a firm that is rapidly growing and building a strong reputation in Texas
Clear opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility
A collaborative, high-performance culture that values development and accountability
A team that pushes each other to improve, win, and grow together

Harper Law Firm Core Values:

Commitment to Excellence
Win as a TEAM
Exist to bring justice to clients
We embody the highest degree of integrity
Resilient
Honesty and Truth