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Staff Attorney

Houston, TXHybridContractStaffPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Texas Law License
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Civil Litigation
  • Trial Experience
  • Courtroom Experience
  • Discovery
  • Depositions
  • Client Communication
  • 160 Monthly Billable Hours
  • 1099 Contractor

Nice to have

  • Federal Litigation Experience
  • Complex Civil Litigation
  • High-Value Case Experience
  • Trial Counsel
  • Probate Litigation
  • Estate Administration

Role summary

Devenere Law Collective, a Houston-based law firm, seeks a Staff Attorney with a minimum of 8 years of legal practice experience. This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position with a primarily remote work environment, offering competitive billable hour compensation. The role requires strong experience in Civil Litigation, Courtroom Advocacy, Trial Experience, Motion Practice, Legal Research & Writing, Discovery Management, Depositions, Negotiation & Mediation, Case Strategy Development, and Client Counseling. Candidates must also possess knowledge in at least three of the following areas: Probate & Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Business Transactions & Business Litigation, or Family Law. An active Texas Law License and good standing with the State Bar of Texas are mandatory.

1. Job Title Contract Staff Attorney Client: Devenere Law Collective2. Client Overview Devenere Law Collective is a Houston-based law firm that provides legal services across multiple practice areas, including civil litigation, family law, business law, intellectual property, probate & estate planning, real estate transactions, and corporate governance. The firm operates with a collaborative, team-oriented culture and combines a primarily remote work environment with local court and client support throughout the Greater Houston area.• Staff Attorney 4. Location Primary Location Houston, TX 5. Salary Compensation• Estimated Earnings: ○ $14,400/month at $90/hour ○ $18,400/month at $115/hour • 1099 Independent Contractor 1. Required Experience Years Required • Minimum 8 years of legal practice experience Mandatory Experience • Civil Litigation • Courtroom Advocacy • Trial Experience • Motion Practice • Legal Research & Writing • Discovery Management • Depositions • Negotiation & Mediation • Case Strategy Development • Client Counseling Must Have Knowledge In At Least 3 Of These Areas • Probate & Estate Planning • Real Estate Law • Business Transactions & Business Litigation • Family Law2. Requirements (Must-Haves) ✅ Active Texas Law License ✅ Good Standing with State Bar of Texas ✅ 8+ Years of Legal Practice ✅ Strong Civil Litigation Background ✅ Meaningful Trial Experience ✅ Courtroom Experience ✅ Experience Drafting: ✅ Discovery & Deposition Experience ✅ Strong Client Communication Skills ✅ Ability to Independently Manage Multiple Matters ✅ Ability to Meet 160 Monthly Billable Hours ✅ Ability to Work as a 1099 Contractor ✅ Ability to Attend Courts in Harris, Fort Bend & Brazoria Counties ✅ Ability to Work from Houston Area When Needed ✅ Strong Billing Discipline ✅ Strong Confidentiality & Professional Judgment3. Nice-to-Haves • Federal Litigation Experience • Admission to U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas • Complex Civil Litigation Experience • High-Value Case Experience • Trial Counsel Experience • Lead Trial Attorney Experience • Probate Litigation • Estate Administration • Business Transactional Experience • Real Estate Litigation • High-Net-Worth Clients • High-Profile Clients • Mediation Experience • Remote Law Firm Experience • Cross-Functional Legal Team Experience4. Benefits Offered • Primarily Remote Work Environment • Competitive Billable Hour Compensation • Flexible Contract Structure • Exposure to Multiple Practice Areas • Collaborative Team Environment Potential Full-Time Conversion
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