Attorney – Civil Litigation (Remote – Texas)
Location: Remote within Texas (Houston metropolitan area preferred; candidates located anywhere in Texas are encouraged to apply.)
Job Type: Full-Time
Silverman Theologou LLP is a multi-state creditors' rights and business law firm with offices in Maryland, Virginia, Florida, and California. As we continue to expand our practice and presence in Texas, we are seeking a Texas-licensed Attorney to help develop and support our growing Texas civil litigation practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, collaborative law firm and play an integral role in shaping our Texas practice from the ground up, including developing workflows, procedures, and operational best practices for attorneys and support staff. Whether you are an experienced litigator or an attorney looking to expand your civil litigation practice, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Handle a variety of civil litigation matters throughout Texas.
- Help build and strengthen the Firm's Texas practice by establishing scalable procedures, workflows, and operational efficiencies.
- Assist in developing and implementing standard operating procedures and best practices for Texas civil litigation matters.
- Collaborate with Firm leadership to create and refine processes for attorneys and support staff supporting the Texas practice.
- Represent clients in Texas state courts, including hearings, motions, mediations, and other court appearances as necessary.
- Draft, review, and approve pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal filings.
- Conduct legal research and remain current on developments in Texas law and court procedures.
- Analyze legal issues and develop practical litigation strategies.
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff across multiple office locations.
- Provide practical, business-oriented solutions to legal, procedural, and operational issues as the Firm's Texas practice continues to grow.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Texas and in good standing; admission in additional jurisdictions is a plus.
- Experience in civil litigation preferred.
- Experience in creditors' rights, collections, commercial litigation, bankruptcy, foreclosure, or related practice areas is a plus but not required.
- Strong understanding of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas court practices preferred.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently from a remote home office while collaborating effectively with a multi-state team.
- Self-starter with an interest in helping build and shape a growing Texas practice, including developing processes and operational efficiencies.
What We Offer
- Fully remote position within Texas.
- No billable hour requirement.
- Opportunity to play a significant role in building and shaping the Firm's Texas practice.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Meaningful opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Exposure to sophisticated civil litigation and multi-state legal matters.
- Travel to our California and/or Maryland offices for onboarding and training may be required.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Silverman Theologou LLP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with Firm matching contributions.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief summary of their civil litigation experience or related practice areas.
Silverman Theologou LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- license to practice law in Texas and in good standing (Required)
Work Location: Remote
