• Location: Houston, TX
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #611
• Salary: $85.00

Litigation paralegal for boutique commercial litigation firm – DOWNTOWN – Incredible benefits and reasonable billable hours! 

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and manage pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, motions, and other legal documents

• Assist with deposition preparation, witness interviews, and case strategy development

• Manage case calendars, docket deadlines, and litigation schedules

• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files, including document production and e-filing

• Conduct factual and legal research under attorney supervision

• Assist with trial preparation, including preparation of exhibits, trial binders, and coordination of witnesses

• Attend trials and hearings as needed

• Coordinate with clients, experts, and third-party vendors

• Track billable hours and submit time entries accurately and on schedule

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #608
• Salary: $110,000

Litigation Paralegal – Downtown Houston
Job Summary
The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys throughout the practice group on an as needed basis performing paralegal functions from case inception to trial. This position will report to the Supervising Shareholders and Director of Human Resources and will be based in Houston, Texas. This position requires four days in the office with one remote day.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare petitions, discovery requests, and motions at the direction and under the supervision of section attorneys
• Prepare case correspondence to clients
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, trials, and arbitrations
• Prepare motion/hearing notebooks, deposition notebooks and trial notebooks along with witness kits in preparation for depositions, arbitrations, and trials
• Prepare trial subpoenas, depositions upon written questions, deposition notices, and all relevant releases for ordering medical, billing, employment, and social security records
• Perform background and social media searches on parties and potential witnesses
• Perform case law research and cite checking
• Source and assist in the retention of consulting and testifying experts; facilitate preparation and delivery of all relevant documents to the experts for evaluation and preparation of their opinions; correspond with experts regarding case related deadlines
• Prepare deposition and medical records summaries
• Organize and maintain client documents and records, pleadings and discovery organize ESI to prepare for production
• Track and assist administrative assistants with proper calendaring of all pre-trial deadlines; scheduling orders and trial dates
• Prepare document production using Relativity, the firm’s document management software
• Create timeline of events for each case as directed by supervising attorneys
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provide written analysis to attorneys
• Professionally communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and firm personnel
• Perform other litigation duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Minimum five (5) years of trial/arbitration litigation experience in a private law firm
• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred
• Paralegal certificate preferred
• Experience with Relativity ESI discovery platform
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills, ability to multi-task and handle pressure situations
• Excellent organizational, team collaboration, and attention to detail skills
• High degree of initiative and solid work ethic
• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Styles
• Ability to work occasional overtime and weekends, especially for trial/ arbitration preparation
• Some trial / arbitration support may require out of town or out of state travel
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long term disability and other ancillary benefits
• Generous Firm contribution to employee HSA Accounts each year, as well as, matching and profit sharing in our Firm’s 401(k)profit sharing program
• Central downtown location and choice of firm-paid garage parking or firm-paid monthly transportation allowance
• Digital family planning platform providing support through various life journeys and Backup Care Benefit
• Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Wellness Program that includes gym reimbursements, GoPivot wellness platform, teledoc resources for physical and mental health appointment and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Quarterly training program for professional development
• Employee led Social Committee with regular social events and monthly community service opportunities
• Competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills
• Newly renovated office with cold brew/tea on tap, elevated coffee/espresso machines, and snacks in the kitchen

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #606
• Salary: $200,000

Our client, a Fortune 50 energy company is searching for a Senior Counsel, Environmental & Regulatory.

The Senior Counsel, Environmental and Regulatory reports to the Managing Counsel – Environmental and Regulatory and will work with colleagues across a large corporate law department in a publicly traded, international energy company.

Responsibilities May Include:

• Providing day-to-day legal advice and counsel to Refining and Midstream facilities on environmental and regulatory issues, compliance counseling, and enforcement resolution. 
• Providing legal counsel and guidance on compliance with environmental and safety laws and regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and PHMSA.
• Recommending a course of action to Phillips 66 business representatives.
• Participating in enforcement discussions with state and federal regulators with the goal of favorable resolution for the company.
• Providing legal guidance in permitting and enforcement matters involving land use, air, and water quality, and supply.
• Participating in environmental due diligence activities and reviewing environmental liability provisions in transactional documents.
• Being on call during Crisis Management situations.

Required Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• A member in good standing of any U.S. bar
• 8 or more years as a lawyer with health, safety, environmental regulatory, and operational experience

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Ability to work collaboratively with a highly skilled team
• Superior mediation, negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills, and mature judgment and discretion
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following: Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, PHMSA, Endangered Species Act, Oil Pollution Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, and USACE
• Permitting requirements
• Experience in oil & gas, refining, midstream, energy, or petrochemical industries a plus
• Experience providing advice to clients in crisis management situations
• Ability to manage and prioritize assignments that may be broad in scope and complexity, and which involve collaborative work with employees in different departments or with varying degrees of seniority required
• Self-initiation on regular and complex assignments
• Effective utilization and communication with internal support staff including assigned paralegal and administrative assistant
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required
• Ability to effectively manage and communicate with internal business clients and outside the Company with opposing and outside counsel, experts, witnesses, and vendors 
• Ability to work independently within broadly defined objectives, being able to perform job functions without extensive supervision, take ownership of projects, and accept responsibility
• Ability to anticipate and address customers’ changing needs
• Ability to learn quickly and apply Phillips 66 policies, procedures, operations, and industry practices
• Ability to prepare and present clear, concise, and persuasive oral/written opinions, reports, correspondence, and presentations required
• Effective use of knowledge and experience in establishing and weighing alternatives for making decisions associated with area of responsibility
• Capable of establishing professional credibility with a variety of clients and management

Total Rewards

Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #604
• Salary: $160.00

Commercial Litigation Attorney – Galleria – ONSITE

Must have 3-7 years experience, licensed in the state of Texas, and in good standing! 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Litigation Management: Handle complex corporate litigation cases involving issues such as breach of contract, corporate governance, intellectual property disputes, mergers and acquisitions, securities law, and antitrust matters.

Client Representation: Represent clients in court hearings, arbitration, mediation, and other legal proceedings. Advocate for clients during trials and work to secure favorable verdicts.

Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to identify relevant laws, precedents, and best practices. Apply legal principles to provide solutions to clients’ problems.

Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare legal pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery documents, and other required filings. Ensure all documents comply with relevant laws and regulations.

Strategic Legal Counsel: Provide ongoing legal advice to corporate clients on risk management, compliance, and strategic decisions related to litigation. Guide clients on matters like dispute resolution, mergers, and acquisitions.

Settlement Negotiations: Engage in settlement negotiations on behalf of clients, aiming to resolve disputes favorably without going to trial when possible.

Collaboration: Work closely with other attorneys, legal staff, and corporate clients to develop litigation strategies. Collaborate with expert witnesses, consultants, and other professionals as necessary.

Case Management: Oversee all aspects of litigation, including pre-trial motions, discovery, witness preparation, trial, and post-trial procedures.

Billing and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all client work, track billable hours, and ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
 

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #603
• Salary: $160.00

Corporate Transactional Attorney – Galleria area – ONSITE

Our client, a growing law firm with diverse practices, is adding a corporate transactional attorney to their team. Must have 3-4 years of relevant experience to provide legal support and guidance on a wide range of corporate transactions and matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mergers and acquisitions, private placements of securities, entity formation and structuring, both corporate, LLC and partnerships, joint ventures, general contract negotiations and general corporate governance and advice. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide legal counsel and strategic advice on a variety of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private placements, joint ventures, and strategic alliances.

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial agreements, including letters of intent, asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, LLC agreements, partnership agreements, shareholder agreements NDA’s and commercial contracts.

Conduct due diligence investigations and risk assessments for corporate transactions, identifying potential legal issues and proposing effective solutions to mitigate risks.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior management, finance, operations, and human resources, to ensure alignment of legal strategies with business objectives.

Advise on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate policies, compliance with regulatory requirements, and corporate filings.

Keep abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting client’s business operations, and provide proactive legal guidance to mitigate potential risks and liabilities.

Manage outside counsel and legal vendors as necessary, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery of legal services.

Must be licensed in Texas and in good standing.

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #602
• Salary: $200,000

Our client, a Fortune 50 Energy Conglomeration is searching for a Senior Counsel, Midstream reports to the Managing Counsel – Transactions, Projects & Procurement and will work with colleagues in these areas of a large corporate law department in a publicly traded, international energy company.

Responsibilities May Include:

• Providing legal advice to midstream staffs and management, as well as corporate management, to ensure risks are adequately identified and addressed in agreements and compliance by the company's laws and regulations of the federal government and state and local governments as may apply.
• Providing sophisticated legal advice for large scale midstream projects and transactions, with an emphasis on regulated transportation assets, gathering and processing transactions, terminals, and other midstream assets.
• Collaborate with and support the company’s midstream business unit, including negotiating and drafting of a variety of commercial and operational agreements, including, but not limited to, transportation agreements, open seasons, terminalling, gas gathering and processing agreements, gas purchase agreements, and related midstream contracts.
• Manage and provide support for all Midstream joint ventures, including but not limited to, creation, commercialization, contracting, operational matters, and governance.
• Managing outside counsel retained in connection with the provision of such advice, services, and documentation.
• Providing direction to management in the design, development and implementation of policies and procedures to respond to government initiatives for the purpose of proactively managing legal risk.

Required Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• A member in good standing of any U.S. Bar
• 8 or more years of experience in midstream transactions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the midstream industry
• Extensive knowledge in commercial transactions and business development
• Superior negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills
• Mature judgment and discretion
• Ability to manage and prioritize assignments which may be broad in scope and complexity, and which involve collaborative work with employees in different departments or with varying levels of seniority
• Self-initiation on regular and complex assignments
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with internal business clients, support staff, and with external resources such as outside counsel and other collaborators
• Ability to represent the Company before regulatory agencies or other external contacts
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines and function independently without extensive supervision
• Ability to learn quickly and apply company policies, procedures, operations, and industry practices
• Strong individual initiative, discipline and commitment to superior performance and continuous improvement

Total Rewards

Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus

• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #599
• Salary: $230,000

Our client, a Houston based law firm that’s ranked in Chambers and Partners 2022, 2023 & 2024 Research of World’s Leading Lawyers, is searching for a Litigation Associate. 

The cases will involve a full spectrum of commercial and business litigation, including contracts, business torts, securities and corporate governance, oil and gas, lender liability, trade secrets, non-compete agreements and other employment-related disputes.

There's enough work that portable business is not necessary. Their billables are 1980 and they’re offering a very competitive base plus bonus and a hybrid work schedule. There's a path to becoming a Shareholder too.

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #597
• Salary: $190,000

The Senior Counsel, Marine and Transportation will report to the Managing Counsel, Commercial & Marketing, and work with colleagues in a large law department in a publicly traded, Fortune 50 international energy company. The successful candidate will act as primary counsel to The Company’s logistics team, which provides transportation services (marine, truck, and rail) to the company’s downstream businesses, including Commercial, Marketing, and Lubricants.  
 
Responsibilities May Include:

• Advising the Commercial marine team on time and voyage charter-party terms, contracts of affreightment, letters of indemnity, and bills of lading.
• Providing time-sensitive legal advice to staff at varying levels of management on marine operations, including pilotage, ship-to-ship transfers, demurrage, vessel vetting, and marine terminal assurance.
• Identifying legal risks and advising local and global staff and management on applicable maritime laws and regulations, including the Jones Act and other cabotage laws, and relevant internal policies and procedures.
• Providing urgent advice on maritime incidents, including casualties at sea, groundings, salvage, and general average.
• Advising on and handling shipping disputes.

 
Required Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• JD degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• A member in good standing of any US bar
• 8 or more years of experience in maritime law at a top law firm or as in-house counsel at an energy or shipping company of similar size and scale

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience advising on common terms in charter parties
• General familiarity with US, UK, and EU sanctions programs
• Experience advising on compliance and sanctions clauses in charter parties 
• Knowledge of the laws applicable to bills of lading, laytime, and demurrage, and more generally carriage of goods by sea 
• Understanding of the laws of international trade, including the Incoterms rules
• Familiarity with shipping law concepts, including salvage, package limitation, cargo liability, marine insurance, environmental regulations (e.g. MARPOL), and general average 
• General understanding of the energy industry 
• Mature judgment and discretion
• Ability to manage and prioritize assignments that may be broad in scope and complexity, and which involve collaborative work with employees in different departments or with varying levels of seniority
• Self-initiation on complex assignments
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with clients, legal colleagues, and external counsel
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and function independently with limited supervision
• Ability to learn quickly and apply company policies and procedures
• Strong individual initiative, discipline, and commitment to superior performance and continuous improvement

 
Total Rewards
 
At The Company, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:
 

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services