Associate Attorney - Construction

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

Technology

Mayer 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)