Casualty and Mass Tort Litigation Partnership Track Associate at Kean Miller LLP

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Litigation, Deposition Taking, Motion Writing, Discovery Response, Trial Preparation, Case Reporting, Client Interaction, Caseload Management, Court Appearances, Advocacy, Research, Writing, Communication

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description With 235 attorneys and eight office locations in Louisiana and Texas, Kean Miller serves as legal counsel to the people and industries that drive the energy-belt economy. From our offices in Houston, The Woodlands, downtown Baton Rouge, Bluebonnet-Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Shreveport, and Lake Charles, Fortune 500 companies, national businesses, and local companies rely on Kean Miller for efficient legal services and practical advice, always provided in a cost-efficient manner. In the courtroom and the boardroom, Kean Miller attorneys create unique solutions, pragmatic strategies, and unparalleled value that allow our clients to perform at the highest level. Kean Miller is seeking a Lateral/Experienced Associate in our Houston or Baton Rouge office to join our Casualty and Mass Tort Litigation Practice Group. Qualified candidates will possess minimum five (5) years general litigation experience. Extensive experience in taking depositions, writing motions, and responding to discovery are highly desired. Our associates work hand in hand with partners on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations, case reporting, discovery, and depositions, through trial preparation. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong research, writing, communication, and advocacy skills. Candidates must demonstrate the ability and the desire to interact directly with Kean Miller’s clients and to further develop client and referral relationships. Candidates should be able to independently manage a caseload from beginning to end, regularly handle court appearances and depositions, take the lead with client communication, and provide meaningful updates. The successful candidate should have a track record of high achievement, the desire to work in a fast-paced challenging environment and the ability to work as part of a team. This position is based in our Houston or Baton Rouge office and all candidates must be in good standing with the TX and LA State Bar. What Kean Miller Offers We offer a people-first culture, meaningful work, competitive salaries, and an extensive benefits package that includes health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage and 401(k). How to Apply Please submit a resume to Renee.Carughi@keanmiller.com or apply through our Careers Page on our website. All submissions are held in the strictest confidence. Kean Miller is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal and local laws prohibiting discrimination based upon, race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or other status or activity protected by law. About Kean Miller Kean Miller is one of the largest and best recognized law firms in the Gulf South region and the largest law firm based in Baton Rouge. For 42 years, the Firm has been innovating and growing, revolutionizing the standards for excellence in client service, and earning numerous awards for its market-leading practices and thoughtful and creative legal representation. Mansfield certified for the sixth consecutive year, Kean Miller has been consistently named to the National Law Journal’s NLJ 500 and the Law360 Top 400 lists. The Firm is routinely recognized as a Best Place to Work by business publications in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, and Houston. The Firm’s collaborative culture, people-first approach, and devotion to quality are foundational to the Firm’s continued success, reflecting its reputation in the market.

Responsibilities

Associates will collaborate closely with partners through all litigation phases, including rapid response investigations, case reporting, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation. Responsibilities also include independently managing a caseload from start to finish, handling court appearances, taking depositions, and leading client communication.