Litigation Attorney at Kean Miller LLP

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Litigation, Offshore Energy, Marine Litigation, Research, Writing, Communication, Advocacy, Client Interaction, Caseload Management, Court Appearances, Depositions, Maritime Disputes, Personal Injury Claims, Property Damage, Environmental Issues, Legal Advising

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description With over 240 attorneys and eight office locations in Texas and Louisiana, Kean Miller serves as legal counsel to the people and industries that drive the energy-belt economy. From our offices in Houston, The Woodlands, Lake Charles, Lafayette, downtown Baton Rouge, Bluebonnet-Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport, 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 Litigation Attorney (Partnership Track Attorney or Reduced Hour Staff Attorney) in our Houston office to join our Offshore Energy and Marine Litigation practice. Qualified candidates will possess minimum of four (4) years litigation experience. Prior experience in offshore maritime matters highly desired. 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. 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. 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. This position is based in our New Orleans office and all candidates must be in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar. Job Duties and Responsibilities Independently manage a caseload – from beginning to end Regularly handle court appearances and depositions Take the lead with client communication and provide meaningful updates Handle a variety of civil litigation cases, including those related to maritime disputes, personal injury claims, property damage, and environmental issues Advise clients on legal matters pertaining to complex maritime and energy related legal matters involving operations, shipping regulations, marine insurance issues and marine environmental regulations Represent clients in various legal proceedings, such as hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials advocating for their interests in maritime and civil litigation matters What Kean Miller Offers We offer a people-driven culture, meaningful work, a well-defined path to partnership, competitive salaries, and an extensive benefits package that includes health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage and 401(k). Kean Miller is committed to supporting and encouraging our attorneys though our mentor program as well as our robust in-house attorney development program. We provide professional development in the areas of client relationships and business development, practice skills, business and financial skills, and personal development. 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.

Responsibilities

Attorneys will independently manage a caseload from inception to completion, regularly handling court appearances, depositions, and taking the lead on client communication and updates. Responsibilities include handling civil litigation cases such as maritime disputes, personal injury, property damage, and environmental issues.