Briefing Attorney (REMOTE)

Burnett Specialists
  • Houston, TX
  • Remote
  • $85,000 Per Year
  • Instant Apply
15 days ago

Job Description


Our client is seeking a driven, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Briefing Attorney to work remotely from anywhere in the United States or in our Dallas office, supporting our Houston-based trial teams on high-profile cases across the country. This position offers the unique opportunity to work on high-stakes civil litigation and personal injury matters from case intake through trial or settlement. The ideal candidate is an excellent writer, strategic thinker, and team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys crafting compelling arguments to achieve successful outcomes.


Position:
Briefing Attorney
Salary: $85K – $110K

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive legal research on complex civil litigation matters.
  • Draft and revise motions, responses, briefs, memoranda, and other substantive legal documents.
  • Prepare petitions, complaints, and other pleadings.
  • Draft complex demand letters and affirmative motions.
  • Research and apply state and federal procedural rules and substantive law across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Review case files, records, discovery, and other materials to identify relevant facts and legal issues.
  • Analyze complex or unfamiliar legal topics and translate findings into clear, persuasive written arguments.
  • Provide briefing and legal-writing support to trial attorneys throughout litigation.
  • Prepare time-sensitive briefs and other filings during trial when necessary.
  • Manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and other legal professionals while also working independently with minimal supervision.
  • Travel occasionally to support trials, meetings, or other case-related needs.

 Qualifications
  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Active member in good standing of a U.S. state bar.
  • Minimum of 2 years of post-law-school civil litigation experience or relevant judicial clerkship experience.
  • Substantial experience researching and drafting briefs, motions, responses, and other legal documents.
  • Exceptional legal research, analytical, writing, and editing skills.
  • Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures.
  • Ability to synthesize complicated legal and factual issues with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting demanding and shifting deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with a litigation team.
  • Willingness to work flexible or extended hours when required by court deadlines, trials, or caseload demands.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional standards.

HOUDT42

Numbers & Facts

LocationHouston, TX (
Remote
)

Skills

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