Engineering Structures Scimago Jobs in Stafford, TX

Company Description

Cobra Industrial Activities, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Grupo Cobra, specializes in applied industrial construction, engineering, energy, and solar project operations. With over 75 years of global experience, Grupo Cobra operates in more than 45 countries, employing over 20,500 professionals worldwide and generating a total revenue of $4.4 billion in 2025. In the U.S., Cobra Industrial Activities owns and manages a portfolio exceeding 900 MW of solar projects, either in construction or operation, showcasing its commitment to renewable energy solutions and sustainability.

Position Summary

The Corporate Attorney will serve as in-house counsel providing day‑to‑day legal support across commercial contracting, supply chain, and trade and regulatory compliance. This role requires independent decision‑making within established policy constraints and the ability to develop and refine legal and business practices. The position involves recurring work with frequent variations, requiring strong judgment and the ability to navigate complex issues.

The attorney will regularly interact with internal teams, customers, vendors, external partners, and outside counsel on matters requiring interpretation, explanation, strategic advice, or approvals. This role includes compliance oversight and managing legal vendors consistent with budget expectations.

Key Functions

Commercial & Contracting

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, including MSAs, supply agreements, purchase orders, NDAs, and logistics contracts.
• Develop, update, and improve contract templates for customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Provide strategic alternatives and solutions balancing legal risk with business objectives.
• Address customer and vendor contracting issues and disputes; manage outside counsel and associated legal spend.

Trade, Tariff & Regulatory Compliance

• Support trade, tariff, and customs matters, including AD/CVD and import compliance.
• Advise on legal issues pertaining to solar module manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution issues.
• Support domestic content, FEOC, and tax credit–related certifications and compliance efforts.
• Oversee compliance reporting, policy development, and companywide compliance programs.

Business Support & Strategy

• Develop a deep understanding of business units, customer and supplier relationships, and the competitive environment.
• Participate in evaluating new business opportunities, including RFP reviews, proposal support, and contract term assessments.
• Provide advice and training to corporate and project management staff on legal, compliance, and risk-related topics.
• Design and implement training initiatives to strengthen compliance awareness and reduce company risk.

Employment, Governance & Corporate Support

• Provide legal guidance on employment and labor matters; coordinate with subject‑matter experts as needed.
• Support updates to employee handbooks and employment-related policies.
• Support corporate governance and corporate secretarial responsibilities.
• Participate in M&A activities, including due diligence and transaction execution.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions.
• 4–8 years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a mix of law firm and/or in-house experience preferred.
• Prior in-house experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience counseling business clients on commercial matters required.
• Experience in one or more of the following is a plus:
• Employment law
• Insurance
• Construction
• Compliance
• Commercial contracts
• International trade
• Energy
• Litigation
• Practical, efficient, and business‑oriented approach with the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Compensation starting at $140K/year.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Transactional & Tax Associate Attorney

Hendershot Cowart P.C. is seeking a Transactional Attorney to join our firm’s thriving business law and health law practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in contract and tax law and structuring mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, and other business transactions. Strong interpersonal skills, a high degree of maturity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to accept significant responsibility and manage a challenging workload within a fast-paced environment is expected. The position is based in Houston, Texas.

About Hendershot Cowart P.C.

Founded in 1987, Hendershot Cowart P.C. is a team of skilled business law, health law, regulatory, and OSHA defense lawyers. Our transactional attorneys handle everything from drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and corporate governance agreements to structuring complex, multi-million dollar transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and startups. Our clients range from small- to midsize businesses and medical practices throughout Texas to publicly traded companies and national health care organizations. We take pride in partnering with our clients for the life of their business, from start up to mature market leadership.

Position responsibilities include:

● Managing assigned matters from inception through closing including drafting and negotiating primary and ancillary documents for M&A

● Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts and agreements as well as compliance programs

● Drafting and negotiating Employment and Independent Contractor Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Joint Venture, Management Services Agreements, Medical Director Agreements, and similar transactions

● Preparing documentation for entity formation and equity sharing arrangements

● Advising clients on matters pertaining to relevant State and Federal Regulations and conducting due diligence

● Preparing opinions and consultations

● Corresponding and communicating with clients

Requirements for consideration:

● Strong analytical, interpersonal, drafting, negotiation, written and verbal communication skills

● Excellent organizational skills and high level of attention to detail and accuracy

● Strong legal research skills

● Experience with entity formation and corporate documents

● Experience with mergers and acquisitions, shareholder buyouts, employment agreements, and non-competes

● Experience negotiating commercial leases

● Strong academic record

● Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and to interact directly with clients

● Experience with corporate, transactional, and contract law matters

● Licensed to practice in the State of Texas and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas

Full salary and benefits based on experience.

Company Description

Fast growing law firm is searching for multiple associate attorneys to join our office in Houston, Texas. This is a great opportunity to work with a rapid growth personal injury law firm. Ideal candidates will have two to eight years of experience in litigation or in the field of personal injury. Additionally, the ideal candidates will have a passion for client satisfaction and a proven drive to succeed. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to join a stable firm that is offering a base salary along with a guaranteed objective bonus structure based upon experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Role Description

This is an on-site, full-time role for a Personal Injury - Trial Attorney at Payne Law Firm, P.C., located in Houston, TX. The Trial Attorney will be responsible for managing personal injury cases from inception through trial. Day-to-day tasks include conducting legal research, preparing and filing motions, appearing in court, taking depositions, and representing clients during trials. The candidate will also be expected to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff, and to develop strategies to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.

Benefits/Perks

• Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Objective - Guaranteed Bonus Structure
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• Holiday Pay
• Professional Development Assistance

Qualifications

• Law and Courts skills
• Experience in preparing and filing Motions
• Trials and Depositions skills
• Strong Advocacy Skills
• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in personal injury law

Senior Litigation Manager – Specialized Tax Litigation

About the Firm:

Zerbe Miller Fingeret Frank & Jadav (“ZMF”) is a boutique litigation firm representing businesses and individuals in complex civil and tax-related disputes. Our attorneys regularly appear before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Courts, and Federal Courts of Appeal, advocating for clients in high stakes matters involving tax credits, refund claims, and tax penalties. The firm also represents companies in federal commercial disputes. The firm’s culture combines federal practice sophistication with small-firm collaboration, offering direct client engagement and meaningful courtroom experience early in one’s career.

Please check out our firm at: or our LinkedIn profile at: Summary:

As the Senior Litigation Manager, you will be responsible for strategically directing the organization’s Tax Controversy function while leading, developing, and managing a high performing team of tax professionals. You will oversee tax disputes with the IRS on behalf of our clients.

The Senior Litigation Manager serves as a primary leader for the controversy team, fostering a collaborative, proactive environment focused on risk mitigation and efficient resolution. You must possess deep technical tax expertise while also possessing strong people management skills to mentor team members, evaluate and allocate resources, drive overall team performance, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in federal litigation, tax procedure, and administrative law, and will thrive in collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment. This role provides the opportunity to litigate substantive tax and financial matters for small to mid-sized businesses across the country, from pre-litigation strategy through trial and appeal.

As a premier consulting and technology firm, alliant is focused on providing solutions to help businesses transform and thrive while being their ongoing growth partner.

Responsibilities:

• Drive strategy and execution for all tax audits, disputes, and appeals to achieve optimal outcomes
• Oversee interactions with tax authorities, clients, and internal teams
• Drive process improvements, case management, documentation standards and best practices within the team
• Monitor evolving tax laws and provide thought leadership and proactive guidance to senior leadership on emerging controversy risks
• Draft motions, discovery requests, and briefs in U.S. District Court and U.S. Tax Court
• Conduct factual investigations, witness interviews, and expert coordination
• Develop case strategies and advise clients through all phases of litigation
• Manage, review, and digest large amounts of discovery to help support case strategy
• Collaborate closely with staff, senior attorneys, and clients on trial preparation and oral argument
• Research complex procedural and statutory issues involving tax, jurisdiction, and federal claims
• Manage and maintain client relationships and collaboratively work with multi-disciplinary teams in a constructive fashion to drive results

Qualifications:

• JD or equivalent, and active license to practice law
• Preferred 15+ years of litigation experience, preferably in federal court or as a federal clerk
• Demonstrated leadership skills to lead and develop high performing teams
• Collaborative team leader
• Strong business judgment with the ability to navigate complex shareholder environments
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and communications skills; expertise in leading negotiations with tax authorities and stakeholders
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Preferred background or coursework in tax, accounting, financial regulation, or a technical field such as engineering
• Experience drafting dispositive motions, legal briefs, and analyzing discovery is highly valued
• High sense of urgency with the ability to meet deadlines and changing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work independently, manage team deadlines, and handle client-facing responsibilities
• Receptiveness to performance feedback and continuous improvement within a team environment is essential
• Available to travel 25% within the United States
• Candidate must reside or relocate to Houston, TX

Why Join Us

• National scope practice with a small firm feel
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package including 100% employer paid medical/dental premiums for single coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, company provided life insurance and disability, onsite gyn and group fitness classes, paid covered parking, daily allowance for onsite café and Starbucks, and more!

Pay: $175,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a true lead trial role with real autonomy: run your own complex products liability matters from intake through verdict
• High earning upside with a strong base salary plus a percentage of recoveries
• Join a boutique plaintiff firm that values trust, compassion, and real client impact
• Relocation assistance provided for the right trial lawyer ready to hit the ground running
• Fast hiring timeline with a target start within 30 days

Location: Houston, Texas (on site role with courtroom focused work and travel for depos, hearings, and trial as needed)

Note: This is not a training position. We are hiring a self directed plaintiff trial attorney who can independently manage a docket, supervise staff, and drive recoveries with minimal oversight.

About Us

We are a boutique plaintiff personal injury firm built on trust, high standards, and doing right by clients when it matters most. Our team is known for strong advocacy, professional excellence, and a culture that combines urgency with compassion. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Own a complex plaintiff personal injury docket with a heavy products liability focus from intake through verdict
• Serve as first chair trial counsel and lead trial strategy, motion practice, expert development, and case valuation
• Retain and work directly with liability, medical, economic, and engineering experts and manage expert discovery
• Take and defend expert depositions and corporate representative depositions (Rule 30(b)(6) or state equivalent)
• Draft and argue dispositive motions and key evidentiary motions
• Prepare and present cases for mediation and trial and negotiate from a position of strength
• Drive medical case management oversight by coordinating and monitoring client treatment and damages development
• Supervise and develop paralegals, legal assistants, and case managers with disciplined docket control
• Maintain excellent client communication and expectation management

Qualifications

• 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience with meaningful products liability experience
• First chair jury trial experience in at least 5 jury trials
• Proven ability to take cases from filing through verdict with strong motion practice and deposition skills
• Track record managing an independent docket and staying ahead of deadlines with organized trial prep
• Comfortable with travel for depositions, hearings, and trial
• Licensed and in good standing (Texas strongly preferred given the on site Houston based practice)

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the platform, resources, and autonomy to do high stakes plaintiff work at a high level without micromanagement. We move with urgency, treat clients with care, and reward performance. If you are a courtroom ready trial lawyer who wants real responsibility and real upside, you will thrive here.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Healthcare Attorney

A growing healthcare‑focused legal team is seeking an experienced Healthcare Attorney with deep knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience advising providers, healthcare organizations, and executives on complex regulatory compliance matters, with particular strength in fraud‑and‑abuse laws and operational healthcare issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on compliance with the Stark Law, including physician self‑referral rules, exceptions, and structuring compliant financial relationships

• Counsel healthcare providers and organizations on the Anti‑Kickback Statute, safe harbors, risk mitigation strategies, and enforcement trends

• Provide guidance on Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) restrictions, entity structuring, management services arrangements, and state‑specific regulatory considerations

• Draft, review, and negotiate healthcare operational agreements, including physician contracts, MSAs, and compensation arrangements

• Support clients in responding to audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries

• Monitor regulatory developments and provide proactive compliance strategies

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Licensed to practice law in the applicable state (Texas or specify as needed)

• Minimum 3–7 years of healthcare regulatory or transactional experience

• Demonstrated expertise with Stark Law, Anti‑Kickback Statute, and CPOM

• Strong analytical, communication, and client‑counseling skills

• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast‑paced environment

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s client has an immediate need for a Project Development & Finance Attorney.

Overview: Our client seeks a skilled, Project Development & Finance Attorney attorney specializing in renewable energy for a six+ month assignment.

Company: Our client is awell respectedrenewable energy company.

Experience: Successful candidates will have at least 5-8 years of relevant experience.

Location: Remote, with a preference for candidates based in Houston who can work hybrid.

Qualifications Include: experience with at least one of the following:

• Project Finance & Tax Equity
• Draft, review, and negotiate documents related to tax equity financings, construction financing, back‑leverage, and other project‑level financings of renewable projects
• Support financial closings, coordinate internal deal teams, and manage outside counsel as needed.
• EPC Construction & Development Contracting
• Negotiate and review renewable construction contracts, including EPC, BOP, supply agreements, and construction services agreements.
• Advise on risk allocation, milestones, change orders, LDs, and warranty provisions.
• Project Contracts & Energy Transactions
• Draft and negotiate renewable PPAs (Power Purchase Agreements) and related offtake arrangements.
• Manage BTAs (build‑transfer agreements), development services agreements, and other project‑level commercial contracts.
• Handle high‑volume negotiation and processing of trading agreements, including EEIs and ISDAs, with an ability to “churn through” contracts efficiently.
• Support commercial issues arising across development, trading, origination, procurement, and project management.

Additional Skills:

• Collaborate with internal development, engineering, procurement, origination, and trading teams.
• Provide practical, business‑oriented legal solutions in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Support projects across multiple regions, including the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.

Must‑Have

• J.D. and active membership in a U.S. bar.
• 5–8 years of experience in renewable energy, project development, finance, or commercial transactions. Will consider power experience.

Pay rate: $100-$110/hour

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.

Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.

Job ID: 245644

Houston, TX | Up to $200K | High-Responsibility Litigation

A Houston litigation boutique is hiring a Construction Litigation Attorney to support growing demand across complex construction and development disputes.

This role suits attorneys who want substantial responsibility, courtroom exposure, and involvement in high-value disputes.

Why this role stands out

Complex construction and contract litigation

Strong autonomy and meaningful case ownership

Collaborative boutique environment

Clear growth as the firm expands its litigation bench

Realistic billing structure

Work includes

• Construction defect and contract disputes

• Developer, contractor, and commercial litigation matters

• Real estate and business overlap litigation

• Full litigation lifecycle involvement

Ideal candidate

• 5+ years of construction litigation experience

• Strong discovery, deposition, and motion practice skills

• Comfortable with hourly billing structures

• On-site Houston presence required

This is a high-level insurance coverage role focused on complex third-party liability matters — not routine auto or homeowners files.

The position is based in Houston with a flexible hybrid structure (approximately 3 days in office) and offers long-term growth within a respected coverage-focused platform.

The Role

• Third-party liability coverage analysis
• Excess and umbrella liability matters
• Complex CGL policy interpretation
• Advisory and litigation-related coverage work
• Hands-on file responsibility from early stages

This is meaningful coverage work involving sophisticated policies and nuanced analysis — not commodity files.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Highly flexible working model without rigid in-office mandates
• Profit sharing eligibility after one year
• Flexible PTO managed at the team level
• Health and dental benefits from day one
• Exposure to environmental and professional liability coverage matters
• Strong reputation in coverage-focused practice

Compensation & Structure

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience
• Hybrid schedule (Houston office)
• Balanced litigation and advisory exposure
• Long-term growth within an established coverage team

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of meaningful insurance coverage experience
• Strong grounding in general liability (CGL) policies
• Experience with excess and umbrella coverage
• Exposure to environmental or professional liability coverage a plus
• Background from a reputable coverage-focused practice preferred

This is a commercial litigation role within a Houston boutique known for handling sophisticated disputes tied to the energy sector and middle-market business clients.

The position is 100% Houston-based and primarily in-office, offering direct collaboration with partners and meaningful courtroom responsibility.

The Role

• Complex commercial litigation
• Contract and business disputes
• Energy-related litigation (upstream, downstream, renewables)
• Regulatory and high-stakes civil matters
• Direct client interaction with business owners and operators

No personal injury work. This is strictly commercial.

The firm is open to:

• Mid-level litigators (4–5 years) building trial depth
• Senior laterals with a developing portable book

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Boutique firm with global reach and strong energy industry positioning
• Recognized internationally for oil and gas development work
• Exposure to traditional and renewable energy disputes
• Lean team structure with high responsibility early
• Direct access to decision-makers and clients
• Competitive, performance-driven culture

Compensation & Structure

• Compensation up to $250,000 depending on experience and book
• Senior-level earning potential tied to business generation
• In-office collaboration in Houston
• Long-term growth for commercially minded litigators

Ideal Background

• 4–5+ years of commercial litigation experience
• Texas Bar admission
• Experience with contract disputes and business litigation
• For senior candidates: some portable business preferred
• Entrepreneurial mindset aligned with a boutique environment