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Job Description Litigation Attorney Wanted We’re a growing Plaintiff personal injury law firm looking for a Litigation Attorney to assist our litigation department. The position will involve preparing cases for trial, drafting motions, filing petitions, managing a litigation docket with support staff and other litigation duties. If you are looking for a professional work environment with a fair salary and great benefits, this is the job for you. Candidates must have strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities: • Prepare litigation cases for trial, • File Petitions, • Negotiate settlements, • Perform legal analysis, • Draft motions and responses to opposing counsel's motions Minimum Qualifications: • Juris Doctor degree, • Texas State Bar licensed, • Must be able to travel up to 20% Preferred Qualifications: • Strong Research/Writing skills, • Knowledge of personal injury law and legal terminology What We Offer: • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, • Retirement plan with employer matching, • Professional development and continuing education opportunities, • Paid time off, • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact helping injury victims, • Dynamic work environment with growth potentialCompany DescriptionPlaintiff Personal Injury Law FirmPlaintiff Personal Injury Law Firm

Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Family Law Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience handling a wide range of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, domestic violence, adoption, and protective orders. The Family Law Attorney will be responsible for managing their own caseload, providing legal advice and guidance to clients, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court proceedings. Ideally, the candidate will have a good understanding of courtroom practices and not be afraid of being in court. Responsibilities: • Manage a caseload of family law matters from inception to resolution., • Conduct client consultations and provide legal advice and guidance., • Prepare and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and agreements., • Conduct legal research and stay up to date on relevant laws relating to family law., • Represent clients in court proceedings, mediation sessions, and negotiate with other attorneys or parties., • Communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including outside attorneys, senior management, clients, and support staff with a high level of personal integrity and professional ethics, • Track and manage billable hours and ensure all aspects of client and case management are properly met, • Work with paralegals and support staff to ensure efficient case management., • Maintain strong client relationships with court staff, opposing counsel and provide exceptional customer service to our clients. Qualifications: • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school., • Admission to the state bar and in good standing., • Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing family law., • Strong knowledge of family law principles, procedures, and practices., • Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Impeccable communication and organizational skills Benefits: • Competitive salary commensurate with experience., • Comprehensive benefits package available, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off., • Paid Professional development opportunities and support for continuing legal education., • Collaborative and supportive work environment., • Opportunity for growth and advancement within the firm. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year, dependent on experience level Benefits: • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • 8 hour shift

Job Description A highly renowned law firm is seeking a sharp and dedicated Commercial Defense Attorney to join their team. If you have a strong focus on strategic litigation and are interested in becoming part of a prominent and highly successful group, then this is the chance of a lifetime. If generous compensation, a friendly hard-working team, amazing benefits and interesting subject matter are of interest to you then reach out to us today! Key Responsibilities: • Trial Preparation & Representation: Handle all aspects of trial preparation, including motions and court appearances, while representing clients in legal proceedings., • Depositions & Legal Advocacy: Conduct depositions, advocate for clients’ rights, and negotiate settlements when appropriate., • Collaboration: Work effectively within a team while also managing individual case responsibilities., • Legal Expertise: In-depth knowledge of law, legal proceedings, and trial processes., • Experience: Proven experience handling motions, depositions, and court appearances., • Skills: Strong advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills, both written and verbal., • Education & Licensing: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Must be admitted to the Texas state bar and in good standing.

Job DescriptionA national law firm is seeking a New Business Intake Coordinator. The ideal candidate will be responsible for Maintaining Daily Workflow, Running Conflict Checks, Making Client Matter adjustments, and Assigning Client Matter Numbers for the Firm. As a NBI Coordinator, you are required to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality at all times. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES • Complete detailed Conflict of Interest Report including necessary internet searches, • Consult the NBI Reference Manual for proper procedures and information, • Assign Client Matter numbers, • Notify Attorneys of Issues for Matter Opening Process, • Assign Affiliations for all Client Matters, • Maintain all Client Matter Modifications, • Process Dunn and Bradstreet reports (DNBi)/Hoover, • Maintain system integrity and data base clean up, • Complete Exiting Attorney Reports and requests for attorney to close Client/files, • Process all Client Matter Re-Openings (re-run conflict report and communicate new issues to appropriate attorney. This process will involve waiting for approval before re-opening), • Maintain client and employee confidences; protect operations by safeguarding confidential information, • Take initiative to train and mentor new NBI hires, staff and attorneys on NBI policies and procedures, • 2 years NBI/Conflicts experience., • Prior legal industry new business intake/conflicts experience preferred., • Proficient in MS Office applications;, • Proficient in computerized Conflicts/Workflow software;, • Excellent analytical and research skills;, • Ability to compile, review, determine and communicate conflicts issues based on a variety of information;, • Salary: $55k/yr -$80k/yr depending on experience, • Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits, • Hybrid work schedule

Job Description Paralegal Wanted We’re a growing Personal Injury law firm looking for a Paralegal to assist our litigation department. We need this employee to file documents with the various courts, monitor & maintain assigned attorney’s litigation schedule and calendar, coordinate discovery answers with clients, draft discovery responses, update clients on a continual basis, correspond with opposing counsel regarding deposition and mediation dates, produce/create deposition notebooks and trial materials and maintain discovery production logs. If you are looking for a professional work environment with great benefits, this is the job for you. We prefer candidates who have a background in personal injury law but will train the right, motivated candidate. Responsibilities: • File documents with the various courts, • Monitor & maintain assigned attorney’s litigation schedule, • Calendar any deadlines assigned, • Coordinate discovery answers with clients and draft responses, • Update clients on a continual basis, • Assist litigation staff for trial, • Prepare attorney binders for Hearings, Mediation, and Depositions Minimum Qualifications: • Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field, • Minimum of Associates degree, • Ability to prioritize and multitask, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Deadline and detail-oriented Preferred Qualifications: • Bilingual (Spanish), • Personal Injury Litigation experience What We Offer: • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, • Retirement plan with employer matching, • Professional development and continuing education opportunities, • Flexible work arrangements and PTO, • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact helping injury victims, • Dynamic work environment with growth potentialCompany DescriptionPlaintiff Personal Injury Law FirmPlaintiff Personal Injury Law Firm

Job DescriptionStructured Finance Associate Attorney (All Levels) Location: Charlotte, Chicago, D.C., Houston, or New York Direct Counsel is seeking an Associate with 4 to 8 years of experience to join a prestigious Am Law 100 firm and support its Structured Finance and Securitization practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in asset-backed securities transactions and other structured finance areas, such as warehouse financing and asset-based lending. This role is an excellent opportunity for a talented attorney looking to work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment. Key Responsibilities * Handle asset-backed securities transactions and other structured finance matters. * Work on warehouse financing, asset-based lending, and related structured transactions. * Represent financial institutions, investors, and other stakeholders in these complex finance transactions. * Collaborate with a diverse, high-performing team on large-scale, multi-faceted deals. Qualifications * Education: J.D. from a top-tier law school. * Experience: 4-8 years of experience in structured finance, securitization, and asset-backed securities transactions. * Skills: Strong academic credentials, with excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills. Experience in structured finance and securitization is required. Work Environment & Compensation * Salary Range: $310,000 – $435,000 (compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and firm policies). * Comprehensive Benefits Package: * Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance. * 401(k) retirement savings plan. * Back-up childcare and eldercare support. * Professional development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support. * Additional Rewards: Potential for annual bonuses based on individual performance, utilization, and other metrics. This firm fosters a collaborative, inclusive work environment and offers a robust platform for career growth and development. Equal opportunity for all applicants is a cornerstone of the firm’s hiring practices.

Job DescriptionCLO Finance Associate Attorney Location: New York (Open to other U.S. office locations including Charlotte, Chicago, D.C., Houston, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Salt Lake City) Direct Counsel is seeking an Associate with 3 to 5 years of experience to join a prestigious Am Law 100 firm in their CLO Finance practice. The successful candidate will have experience in collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) and related structured finance transactions. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to join a firm with a strong commitment to professional growth and development. Key Responsibilities * Handle CLO and related structured finance transactions. * Work on securitizations, warehouse financing, and other complex financing structures. * Advise clients on sophisticated financing deals, ensuring compliance and best practices. * Collaborate with partners and other team members in the Banking & Finance practice group to manage large, complex transactions. Qualifications * Education: J.D. from a top-tier law school. * Experience: 3-5 years of experience in CLOs, structured finance, and securitization. * Skills: Strong academic credentials, with excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills. Experience in CLO finance and complex financing transactions is required. Work Environment & Compensation * Salary Range: $260,000 – $365,000 (compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and firm policies). * Comprehensive Benefits Package: * Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance. * 401(k) retirement savings plan. * Back-up childcare and eldercare support. * Professional development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support. * Additional Rewards: Potential for annual bonuses based on individual performance, utilization, and other metrics. This firm promotes a collaborative and inclusive work culture with opportunities for career advancement. Equal opportunity for all applicants is a core value.

Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist that will work as part of a team and assist in running the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department. Once a part of the team, you will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks including onboarding, benefits administration, payroll, managing leaves of absences, and upholding company policies. Job Responsibilities Include: • Responsible for providing reports related to key human resources metrics (personnel roster, overtime information, compensation data, etc), • Responsible for processing bi-weekly pay for IDL/DL employees, ensuring the accurate and timely disbursement of employee wages, and making system data adjustments based on the payroll change log., • Enroll new employees into the ADP system and time attendance system, and assist in resolving system discrepancies., • Provide guidance to employees on the company's compensation/benefit policies and address inquiries or concerns regarding salary matters., • Prepare Personnel Action Forms (PAF) for new hires, salary adjustments, and special cases, and submit them for approval by the high-level management., • Update various types of employees leave balances to ensure data accuracy., • Organize the annual performance evaluation process, and based on historical performance data, provide management with adjustment parameters and recommendations., • Collaborate with attorney on all immigration related case., • Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and management, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff., • Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, investigations, and terminations., • Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Bilingual in Mandarin and English required., • Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, organizational skills and attention to detail, and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and uphold confidentiality., • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred., • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage., • Basic life insurance, basic accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer., • Supplemental life insurance, and long-term disability coverage options available., • 401K with employer contribution., • Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.