Probate 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

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Probate Litigation, Legal Research, Advocacy Skills, Document Drafting, Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Client Management, Depositions, Docket Management, Team Collaboration, Client Relationships, Persuasive Writing, Complex Probate Matters, Fiduciary Litigation, Litigation Strategies, High Net-Worth Individuals, Trust Matters

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description With over 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, Lake Charles, Lafayette, 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 an experienced Litigation Partnership Track Attorney in our Houston office. Qualified candidates will possess minimum of two years of experience in fiduciary litigation matters and complex probate and trust matters. The Firm represents a wide array of individuals and financial institutions in the context of probate and trust matters which often involve high net-worth individuals and trusts. Qualified candidates must be capable of developing and executing sophisticated litigation strategies and settling multi-issue disputes. The candidate should possess the following characteristics: Current Texas law license Min of 2 years’ experience in probate litigation Strong legal research and advocacy skills Ability to draft documents which require technical competencies while also being persuasive Solid understanding and application of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence Ability to successfully interface with a client and manage a client’s expectations Experience defending and taking depositions Ability to manage a docket of cases and build his or her own practice Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and excellent references. Candidates must demonstrate the ability and the desire to interact with Kean Miller’s clients and to further develop client and referral relationships. The successful candidate should have a history of high achievement, the desire to work in a fast-paced challenging environment and the ability to work as part of a team. 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

The successful candidate will develop and execute sophisticated litigation strategies and settle multi-issue disputes in fiduciary and complex probate matters. They will also manage a docket of cases and build their own practice.