Legal Jobs in Benbrook, TX

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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

Company Description

The Law Office of Jason Mills is a full-service immigration law firm specializing in business visas, consular processing, family-based visas, removal defense, appeals, investor visas, TPS, waivers, and other U.S. immigration matters. Our firm features the first-ever board-certified specialist in U.S. immigration law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. We have successfully assisted thousands of clients, ranging from individuals to billion-dollar businesses. Our team provides representation at all levels, including the highest appellate courts, ensuring exceptional service for diverse immigration needs.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Immigration Attorney based in Fort Worth, TX. The attorney will handle a variety of immigration matters but primarily removal defense. Responsibilities include preparing and submitting legal documents, representing clients in hearings and appeals, and staying updated on immigration laws and regulations. The attorney will collaborate with a team to provide high-quality immigration services to individual and corporate clients.

Qualifications

• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases effectively
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active membership in a state bar association, preferably in Texas but not required
• Prior experience working in immigration law or related fields preferred

Corporate Transactions Attorney – 3 to 8 Years

Our firm is looking for a reliable, dynamic, talented, and driven individual with significant experience in corporate transactions practice, to work in a growing law firm in either Houston (The Heights area) 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 mergers, acquisitions and other corporate transactional matters
• Assist with executive compensation agreements and related documents
• Assist with private securities offerings and securities laws compliance issues
• Assist with entity formation and corporate governance matters
• Contract review, drafting, and negotiation
• Assist with real estate acquisition and leasing matters
• Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis

Qualifications:

• 3 to 8 years as an attorney practicing in a sophisticated corporate transactions practice; such experience is a "must" and only resumes with such experience will be considered;
• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions of corporate assets and equity interests is required;
• Experience with entity formation, corporate governance matters, contract review and general corporate matters is required;
• Experience with real estate transactions favorably considered, but not required;
• Organized, energetic, talented, and self-directed with a professional appearance and manner;
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills;
• Attention to detail, strong understanding of the law, desire to perform with excellence;
• There are no minimum billable hours, but dedication and willingness to work hard are required; and
• Portable business is not a condition for consideration. However, the willingness and ability to develop business is favorably considered.

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 corporate transactional work in the State of Texas and across the United States.

Trial Lawyer – Catastrophic Injury & Wrongful Death

Stephens Law | Fort Worth, Texas

Stephens Law is a boutique trial firm handling only serious personal injury and wrongful death cases across Texas.

We do not run a volume practice.

We prepare every case for trial.

We represent families in the most catastrophic cases — trucking collisions, industrial incidents, company vehicle crashes, and other life-altering events.

We are looking for a serious trial lawyer to join us.

The Role

You will work on high-stakes cases from day one:

• Take and defend depositions
• Develop liability and damages strategy
• Work with top experts
• Draft and argue key motions
• Prepare cases for mediation and trial
• Sit first or second chair at trial (based on experience)

You will not be handling minor cases. You will be building cases designed for juries.

Who You Are

• 5–10+ years of meaningful litigation experience
• Comfortable in depositions and court
• Strong writer and strategic thinker
• Obsessed with preparation
• Motivated to become an exceptional trial lawyer

Plaintiff or defense background welcomed. Trial hunger required.

The Opportunity

Direct responsibility. Real trials. Real impact.

Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, 401(k), health benefits, and meaningful long-term growth.

If you want to build a reputation trying catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases in Texas, we should talk.

Send resume, writing sample, and a brief statement of interest.

Hearing Representative - Special Education Claims

Background on the Project:

A prestigious government agency is addressing the backlog of special education claims in New York City to ensure timely and fair resolution of disputes between parents and the city regarding educational plans for children with special needs. Recent rulings have emphasized the need for faster resolution of these claims and improvements in special education services and payment processes. This initiative requires dedicated attorneys to join the team and play a critical role in managing a high volume of cases and driving claims through the administrative process.

Role Overview:

Our client is seeking contract attorneys barred and in good standing in any state with 1+ years of litigation experience to Work Remotely on a 1 plus year assignment. As a Hearing Representative, you will represent our client throughout the entire special education claims process—from intake to resolution or settlement.

Pay Rates:

• 1 to 7 years of experience: $41.75/hour
• 7+ years of experience: $43.75/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100–200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling.
• Representation: Prepare for and/or litigate complex cases involving significant legal precedents, policy implications, or financial impact. Represent the agency in administrative hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement negotiations.
• Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
• Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness.
• Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorney's fees.
• Training and Collaboration: Collaborate with special education specialists, technical experts, and attorneys; provide training to field staff and clinical staff on compliance with education laws.
• Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands. Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bar Admission: Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Litigation Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of recent litigation experience (more preferred).
• Tech Savvy: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
• Caseload Management: Proven ability to manage 100–200 cases concurrently.
• Timekeeping: Ability to log activities in 15-minute increments throughout the workday.
• Remote Work Skills: Dedicated workspace, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfort with virtual tools like Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to accommodate early morning hearings and work within Eastern Time Zone hours (7 AM–7 PM).
• Preferred Experience: Administrative Law, IEP/Special Education, Experience working for a government agency, Public Interest work, Settlement experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

Associate General Counsel

Fort Worth, Texas (Limited Remote)

Full-Time | Exempt

U.S. Energy Development Corporation is a privately held energy company focused on the acquisition, development, and operation of domestic oil and gas assets. For over four decades, we have built our reputation on disciplined growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation for our investors and partners.

We are seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to serve as a strategic legal advisor to executive leadership and play a critical role in supporting our domestic energy operations.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this leader will provide proactive legal guidance across oil and gas transactions, commercial contracting, land matters, regulatory compliance, and risk management.

This role also supports broader corporate initiatives, including litigation oversight, fund formation, financing transactions, and real estate matters across U.S. Energy and affiliated entities. The ideal candidate combines deep energy industry expertise with strong commercial acumen and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Key Areas of Focus

Oil & Gas Transactions

• Advise on upstream, midstream, and infrastructure projects
• Draft and negotiate joint operating agreements, PSAs, drilling contracts, MSAs, transportation and marketing agreements, and related documents
• Support M&A, divestitures, due diligence, and corporate structuring
• Provide oversight on land, title, leasing, and mineral rights matters
• Interpret and monitor regulatory developments impacting operations

Corporate & Governance

• Oversee entity formation, governance, compliance, and reporting
• Manage corporate structuring and multi-entity operations
• Coordinate transaction closings and post-closing documentation
• Draft and negotiate general corporate and commercial agreements

Litigation & Risk Management

• Manage outside counsel relationships
• Oversee active disputes, claims, and regulatory inquiries
• Advise executive leadership on risk exposure and strategy

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited U.S. law school
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• 8+ years of progressive legal experience with significant focus in domestic oil & gas transactions, land, and contracts
• Strong background in corporate governance and compliance
• Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to operate independently while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment

Prior in-house experience in the energy or natural resources sector preferred

Why U.S. Energy? Our Benefits Are Exceptional.

We invest in our people with one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry:

100% Employer-Paid Premiums

• Medical (1 of 3 plan options) – Employee & Eligible Dependents
• Dental – Employee & Eligible Dependents
• Vision – Employee & Eligible Dependents
• $100,000 Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability

Financial & Wellness Benefits

• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%
• Generous quarterly HSA contributions
• 11.5 paid holidays
• Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
• Quarterly incentive for opting out of medical coverage (if eligible)

Growth & Development

• Professional development funding
• Fully paid tuition program for undergraduate or Master's degrees (after eligibility requirements)
• Company-supported volunteer hours

The Fort Worth, Texas Law Firm of Bourland, Wall & Wenzel, P.C. is seeking a full-time legal secretary and assistant. This position will support a fast-paced sector of the growing Estate Planning practice.

This position requires strong reading, writing, editing, and organizational skills. Responsibilities include direct communication with attorneys and clients, document drafting, proofing and various administrative responsibilities. Candidates must be self-motivated and willing to take initiative on projects.

Successful candidates will have:

• Prior work in a professional work environment (required)
• College degree (required)
• Prior secretarial and/or legal experience (preferred)

Other Required Skills:

• Typing, transcription, and excellent telephone skills
• Ability to follow multi-step directions and apply prior knowledge/experience to new projects; confidence to stop and ask for further direction/clarification when needed
• Maintains a calm, solutions‑oriented approach when addressing difficult conversations or competing demands.
• Ability to gather and synthesize information from a variety of sources, including notes, attorney direction, client website, government website, client file, etc., in order to draft documents and forms
• Organization and attention to detail when organizing files, drafting documents, filling out forms, arranging workspace, etc.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and switch back-and-forth between multiple tasks as needed
• Professional conduct when corresponding with clients, attorneys and colleagues via telephone, email, etc.

Other Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Positive attitude
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Team player
• Problem-solver
• Creative
• No criminal record (a background check is required)

Salary: Based on experience with competitive benefits package