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- Experienced (GL-9 GS-11) NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S.
Customs and Border Protection.
Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.
You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience.
This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization.
Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified.
DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.
U.S.
Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences.
Relocation may be required.
The U.S.
Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.
If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move.
U.S.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.
Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148
- $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.
Overtime Pay: Up to 25% Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others.
A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014.
This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12.
You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.
All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.
*Recruitment Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive.
The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location.
Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.
Duties and Responsibilities: As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity.
Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Typical assignments include: Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations.
Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.
Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.
Qualifications: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.
Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.
Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.
If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.
GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.
The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.
Other Requirements: Citizenship : You must be a U.S.
Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency : You must have had primary U.S.
residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.
Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.
The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d).
Veterans’ Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans’ Recruitment Appointment (VRA).
The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.
Formal Training : After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S.
Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses.
Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.
Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy.
How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site.
You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page.
For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions.
You’ll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government’s official employment site, to complete your application.
Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.
You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.
If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S.
Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.
NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.
- Experienced (GL-9 GS-11) NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S.
Customs and Border Protection.
Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.
You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience.
This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization.
Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified.
DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.
U.S.
Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences.
Relocation may be required.
The U.S.
Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.
If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move.
U.S.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.
Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148
- $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.
Overtime Pay: Up to 25% Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others.
A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014.
This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12.
You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.
All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.
*Recruitment Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive.
The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location.
Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.
Duties and Responsibilities: As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity.
Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Typical assignments include: Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations.
Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.
Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.
Qualifications: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.
Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.
Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.
If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.
GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.
The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.
Other Requirements: Citizenship : You must be a U.S.
Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency : You must have had primary U.S.
residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.
Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.
The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d).
Veterans’ Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans’ Recruitment Appointment (VRA).
The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.
Formal Training : After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S.
Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses.
Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.
Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy.
How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site.
You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page.
For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions.
You’ll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government’s official employment site, to complete your application.
Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.
You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.
If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S.
Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.
NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.
The Fort Worth office of Naman Howell has an immediate opening for a Paralegal with 3+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in personal injury defense and transportation litigation.
We offer competitive pay rates with outstanding benefits, including exemplary medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, and profit sharing/401(k) after one year of service.
This is a full-time position with benefits. Standard hours are 8:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday.
Duties, including but not limited to:
- Client communication and case updates
- Management of overall case volume
- Maintaining high-volume documents in the Firm's document management system
- Scheduling depositions
- Occasional investigation and inspections
- Preparing client documents for production
- Preparing notebooks/indexes for hearings, depositions, mediations and organizing files for trial
- Conducting background and social media searches
- E-filing in state and federal courts
Position Requirements:
- 3+ years of relevant work experience
- Highly organized self-starter who is capable of anticipating attorneys' needs
- Attention to detail and quality
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable with strong work ethic and professional demeanor
- Knowledge of MS Office suite
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
Legal staff members are required to work in the office during standard business hours Monday through Friday. Working from home before or after business hours and/or on weekends may be required occasionally in order to successfully complete one's work.
Staff members are exposed to typical office working conditions. Staff members should be able to stand, sit at an office space, speak and understand the English language, lift computer equipment, supplies and materials, and use office equipment and computers.
Who is Naman Howell?
Since 1917, our law firm has been providing individuals and businesses throughout Texas with the personal attentiveness and expertise they need on their legal matters when they need it most. We pride ourselves on our heritage, vision, and exceptional results.
We are honored to be recognized as a "Top Workplace" by U.S. News & World Report (2024), Austin American-Statesman (2024, 2025), San Antonio Express-News (2024, 2025), and USA TODAY (2025). Winners of these awards must meet a minimum employee headcount and are selected based on employee feedback.
Naman Howell employs 200+ professionals, including 100+ attorneys, in 5 offices across Texas with an average tenure of 10.5 years. Our team continues to grow by at least 10% each year, a trend that we expect to continue. To learn more about careers and current openings at Naman Howell, please visit /careers.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of a NHSL employee. Other responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The Fort Worth office of Naman Howell has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in personal injury defense, transportation litigation, construction and/or product defect.
We offer competitive salaries with outstanding benefits, an attractive annual bonus plan, profit sharing/401(k), exemplary medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, plus many other fringe benefits.
Our firm offers a fast-track to partnership. Associates are eligible for partnership consideration after 5 years of employment with the firm, credit may be granted dependent on previous experience. Lateral attorneys are encouraged to apply.
Position Qualifications:
- Experience in handling legal matters related to civil litigation defense strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service in a timely and efficient manner
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex legal principles to non-experts in a succinct and understandable manner
- Detail-oriented problem solver with ability to function in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple competing priorities
- Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment and meet deadlines
- Collegial and collaborative with a "client first" mindset
Position Requirements:
- 3+ years of relevant work experience
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school
- Licensed to practice and in good standing in the State of Texas
- Occasional local as well as state-wide travel may be required
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with annual bonus plan
- 401(k)/profit sharing after one-year of service
- Medical insurance is fully paid by the firm for attorneys and their dependents, subject to a minimal annual deductible
- Dental and vision insurance available at low rates
- Other fringe benefits offered, such as cell phone reimbursement, life insurance and long-term disability
- Annual state bar fees covered by the firm
Who is Naman Howell?
Since 1917, our law firm has been providing individuals and businesses throughout Texas with the personal attentiveness and expertise they need on their legal matters when they need it most. We pride ourselves on our heritage, vision, and exceptional results.
We are honored to be recognized as a "Top Workplace" by U.S. News & World Report (2024), Austin American-Statesman (2024, 2025), San Antonio Express-News (2024, 2025), and USA TODAY (2025). Winners of these awards must meet a minimum employee headcount and are selected based on employee feedback.
Naman Howell employs 200+ professionals, including 100+ attorneys, in 5 offices across Texas with an average tenure of 10.5 years. Our team continues to grow by at least 10% each year, a trend that we expect to continue. To learn more about careers and current openings at Naman Howell, please visit /careers.
Bankruptcy / Restructuring Associate Attorney – 3 to 10 years
Our firm is looking for a reliable, dynamic, talented, and driven individual with significant experience in a sophisticated bankruptcy / reorganization practice, to work in a growing law firm in either Houston (The Heights) or Fort Worth (downtown). Compensation is significant and rewarding; we continue to attract and hire top talent.
The ultimate aim of our law firm is to achieve excellence in our legal work product. As such, we focus more on the quality of our work than we do billable hour metrics. Everyone at our firm works hard to maintain our high standards, but the firm's ethos is that family is more important than work. We are looking for attorneys who share our values and who will join us in pursuit of legal excellence and work-life balance.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with preparation of first-day documents, other motions, pleadings, correspondence
- Assist with contested hearings
- Provide research, legal analysis and strategy formation, briefing
- Assist with bankruptcy / restructuring related transactional matters
Qualifications:
- 3 to 10 years as an attorney practicing in a sophisticated Chapter 11 bankruptcy / restructuring practice; such experience is a "must" and only resumes with such experience will be considered;
- Judicial Clerkship may be substituted for actual law practice experience, but not required
- Organized, energetic, talented, and self-directed with a professional appearance and manner
- Attention to detail, strong understanding of the law, desire to win
- There are no minimum billable hours, but dedication and willingness to work hard are required
- Portable business is not a condition for consideration. However, the candidate must possess the ability and willingness to develop business, and the ability to bring portable business will be favored in the decision-making process.
Very competitive salary to commensurate with qualifications and experience. Very strong benefits packages includes full medical coverage, vision, dental, parking, 401(k), and more.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, dynamic, values-driven law firm doing complex bankruptcy / restructuring work in the State of Texas and across the United States.
Opensity Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support one of our premier legal clients in a remote capacity. This role provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys throughout the full lifecycle of a case, from initiation through trial preparation and post-trial activities.
Responsibilities include conducting legal research, preparing court documents, managing case files, scheduling meetings, compiling discovery materials, handling client communications, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. This role is critical to the smooth operation and progression of litigation matters.
The position requires 5 to 10 years of litigation experience, with specific expertise supporting California courts. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential legal information with professionalism and discretion.
Position Details
• Full-time position, with possible overtime during busy periods
• Remote Schedule: Friday – Monday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM PT | 10-hour shifts per day
• Pay Rate: $34.00 – $38.00 per hour, depending on region
• Candidates must be located in the United States but cannot reside in California, Alaska, or Nevada
Key Responsibilities
Document & Case Management
• Organize and maintain case files (electronic and physical) using NetDocuments or other document management systems
• Index, redact, and prepare documents, pleadings, and exhibits for court under the direct supervision of the managing attorney
Legal Research & Court Records Management
• Conduct legal research using databases such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support litigation strategy
• Retrieve case information from California court websites, federal and state dockets, and PACER
• Monitor court records and dockets to track case progress and filing deadlines
Drafting & Filing Court Documents
• Prepare legal documents including motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, pleadings, and correspondence under attorney supervision
• File documents in state and federal courts, including California courts, using electronic and physical filing methods
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal court rules and deadlines
Client & Attorney Support
• Respond to client inquiries, provide case updates, and coordinate scheduling of meetings
• Coordinate with opposing counsel, court clerks, and third-party vendors
• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys to ensure seamless case progression
Discovery Process & Trial Preparation
• Assist in gathering, reviewing, and organizing discovery materials including requests for production, interrogatories, and depositions
• Manage document production and maintain privilege logs
• Prepare trial notebooks, witness lists, and courtroom exhibits
• Coordinate trial logistics and ensure all required materials are prepared
Calendar & Docket Management
• Maintain litigation calendars, track deadlines, and schedule hearings, depositions, and attorney meetings
• Send reminders and provide case status updates to attorneys
Billing, Data Entry & Administrative Support
• Track time entries and expenses for billing purposes
• Assist with invoice preparation and data entry using Chrome River, Intapp (Time Tracking Software), and other billing platforms
• Support administrative tasks related to case management, document retrieval, and compliance tracking
Skills and Qualifications
Required
• Experience: 5 to 10 years working in litigation or as a legal assistant
• Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology, and California court rules
• Court Filing Experience: Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures, including California electronic filing systems
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, NetDocuments, LexisNexis, Westlaw, PACER, and state court websites
• Billing & Data Entry: Experience using Chrome River (invoicing), Intapp (time tracking), and PACER (court records access)
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in document preparation, data entry, and file organization
• Confidentiality & Professionalism: Ability to handle sensitive legal information with discretion
Preferred
• Paralegal certification or equivalent legal training
• Experience with e-discovery tools and litigation database management
• Knowledge of litigation in areas such as labor & employment, commercial litigation, or intellectual property
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Litigation Associate Attorney – 3 to 10 years
Our firm is looking for a reliable, dynamic, talented, and driven individual with significant experience in a sophisticated commercial litigation practice, to work in a growing law firm in either Houston (The Heights) or Fort Worth (downtown). Compensation is significant and rewarding; we continue to attract and hire top talent.
The ultimate aim of our law firm is to achieve excellence in our legal work product. As such, we focus more on the quality of our work than we do billable hour metrics. Everyone at our firm works hard to maintain our high standards, but the firm's ethos is that family is more important than work. We are looking for attorneys who share our values and who will join us in pursuit of legal excellence and work-life balance.
Responsibilities:
- Driving cases forward to successful completion
- Proactive, aggressive pursuit and/or defense of assigned cases
- Preparation of pleadings, written discovery, correspondence
- Assist with hearings, depositions, trials
- Conduct research, legal analysis and strategy formation, briefing
Qualifications:
- 3 to 10 years as an attorney practicing law in a litigation practice, and doing so with a proven track record of self-motivated aggression, passion, and zealous advocacy; these attributes are required and should come through in your cover letter or resume
- Organized, energetic, talented, and self-directed with a professional appearance and manner
- Attention to detail, strong understanding of procedural rules and requirements
- Intense desire to win
- Candidates with experience in construction law, including construction contract drafting and/or litigating construction defects, delays, liens, bonds, or other construction-related matters will be favorably considered, but are not required
- Top 35% of law school class strongly preferred
- Law Review participation strongly preferred
- There are no minimum billable hours, but dedication and willingness to work hard are required
- Portable business is not a condition for consideration. However, the candidate must possess the ability and willingness to develop business, and the ability to bring portable business will be favored in the decision-making process.
Very competitive salary to commensurate with qualifications and experience. Very strong benefits packages includes full medical coverage, vision, dental, parking, 401(k), and more.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, dynamic, values-driven law firm doing complex business litigation work in the State of Texas and across the United States.
LHH is assisting a downtown Fort Worth big law firm seek a Corporate Legal Assistant. This role will provide administrative and secretarial support to attorneys in the corporate section. They will manage document preparation, court filings, scheduling, and client communication.
Benefits:
- Salary ranges from $60,000 - $70,000 DOE
- Paid Parking
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and 401K after 30 days
- PTO = 20 days (years 1-5)
- CareFlite membership (DFW)
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years as a legal secretary
- Typing speed: 65 WPM
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, pdfDocs, Imanage (or similar), Elite Webview (or similar).
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional communication and discretion with confidential information.
Core Responsibilities:
- Draft and edit legal documents
- Handle filing with courts and agencies.
- Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange travel.
- Answer phones, screen calls, and manage messages.
- Organize and maintain electronic and paper files.
- Assist with timekeeping and billing processes.
If you meet the requirements and have experience performing all the tasks, please apply or contact me directly at
Please connect with me on LinkedIn as well @Kyle Kapper
Job Title: Legal Practice Assistant
Location: Ft. Worth TX 76102
Salary/Payrate: $60K-$65K annually and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment: Onsite
Term: Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor's degree required: NO
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
JOB DESCRIPTION
Practice Assistant who can seamlessly come in and work well under pressure in a team environment. Must be proactive and possess good organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential. Must be able to prioritize and effectively work on multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attention to detail and organization is essential
- Must be proactive and manage their attorney's docket effectively
- Follow-up with attorney on deadlines
- Ensures strict confidentiality at all times
- Able to work in a stressed environment; stress management
- Assists with special projects as needed
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, secretaries, and clients
- Prepare and maintain client engagement documentation
- Always ensures strict confidentiality
- Assists with special projects as needed
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS)
- A college degree is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 2 years' of Litigation experience
- Possess cooperative spirit; participate and collaborate in a team-based environment
- Demonstrate proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Excel and Word)
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to organize workflow and use time efficiently
- Ability to show strong attention to detail
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced ever-changing work environment and successfully adapt to changing priorities and work demands
- Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction, follow up on own initiative
- Ability to be resourceful
- Ability to handle and manage stress
Are you a detail-driven Legal Assistant who thrives in a busy, client-facing environment and values structure, consistency, and collaboration?
This is the kind of role where your initiative, professionalism, and follow-through will be deeply appreciated—and where your work will make a lasting impact on clients and the team.
What You'll Do
- Provide legal and administrative support in Trusts & Estates, Probate, Wills, and Real Estate matters
- Draft, proofread, and manage legal documents with a high attention to detail
- Coordinate and assist with probate filings, will signings, and document execution
- Maintain client communication and manage document flow
- Anticipate attorney needs, ensuring deadlines and details don't slip through the cracks
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years of legal assistant experience (required)
- Trusts & Estates law experience in a law firm (required)
- Strong document drafting and proofreading skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confident, composed, and client-facing demeanor
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Why This Opportunity
- Collegial and team-oriented environment
- Work closely with thoughtful attorneys and a collaborative support staff
- Meaningful, client-centered work—this isn't high-volume or impersonal
- Your skills will be valued, and your reliability will make you a true cornerstone of the team
Benefits Package
- 401(k) with matching
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Paid time off & parental leave
- Employee assistance & wellness programs
- Flexible spending accounts & health savings accounts
