Careers
Lawyers
Both young and experienced lawyers who begin their careers with us have a very bright future. We seek lawyers who have passion for client-focused law practice and who want to uniquely design their careers. It is not unusual for a four or five-year associate to present the opening argument in a high-stakes, multi-million dollar trial. We create lean trial teams because we can respond faster and be more efficient – this approach is better for our clients. Even on the largest pieces of litigation, associates play an active and integral role from beginning to end.
Staff
Many of our key managers and directors have been employees of the firm for ten years or more. We don’t expect loyalty that we don’t give in return – our mutual commitment has fueled both the growth and stability of our firm.
Legal secretaries and paralegals, as well as other key personnel, are critical to our delivering a high-quality product and extraordinary service to our clients. We recognize our employees’ contributions and appreciate that they play an integral part in making us an exceptional firm.
Current Openings
Commercial Litigation Associate
A well-established litigation firm is currently seeking an associate with two to three years of commercial litigation experience in the Dallas area.
Responsibilities and Duties
We are seeking an individual devoted to meeting the highest standards of excellence and serving clients. Candidates must have strong research and writing skills, be detail oriented, and organized. Ideal candidates will have superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials. Must be willing to work diligently in a fast-paced litigation environment and be interested in pursuing and generating new business.
Qualifications and Skills
Candidates must have two to three years of commercial litigation experience and be a current member of the State Bar of Texas.
Please submit your resume and writing sample to: LHollifield@GodwinBowman.com.
Family Law Associate
A well-established litigation firm seeks an associate with two to five years of family law experience.
Responsibilities and Duties
The firm seeks individuals devoted to meeting the highest standards of excellence and serving clients. Must have strong interpersonal skills when working with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and Firm members to foster a cooperative approach. Candidates must have superior legal research and drafting skills. Being detail-oriented and organized is necessary for this position. Ideal candidates will work diligently in a fast-paced litigation environment and be interested in pursuing and generating new business.
Qualifications and Skills
- Assist in monitoring, prioritizing, and facilitating daily workflow for self, paralegals, and support staff throughout each case.
- Oversee the management of appointments and hearings to ensure compliance with deadlines and the completion of time-sensitive tasks.
- Participate in developing and implementing case strategy and litigation plans using collaborative and creative techniques to support the client’s desired outcome.
- Advocate for clients by preparing for hearings, trials, conferences, depositions, and mediations.
- Actively supporting the growth of the firm by spreading the word and engaging in networking activities.
- Proactively move cases toward a timely resolution, minimizing conflict along the way.
- Must be receptive to feedback and willing to be mentored.
- Candidates must have two to five years of family law experience and be a current member of the State Bar of Texas.
Please submit your resume and writing sample to: LHollifield@GodwinBowman.com.
Family Law Legal Secretary
A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced legal secretary for our family law section. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of e-Filing procedures and managing dockets. This person must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Adobe. They must also have a professional demeanor, be a self-starter, be detail-oriented, work well within a team environment, and have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Possess general knowledge of projects, cases, and clients within the practice area they support
- Provide excellent customer service while answering calls, and emails, and greeting clients
- Maintains calendars for assigned attorney(s)
- E-File with state and federal courts
- Schedules hearings, depositions, and meetings
- Provides documentation production in accordance with the requirements of the assigned attorney
- Proofreads all documents produced, checking for appropriate formatting, spelling, and grammatical errors, as well as ensuring that all attachments, exhibits, and enclosures are intact
- Operates independently to ensure assignments, which may be complex or require high-level production, are completed accurately and timely.
- Produces a high volume of work assignments in an accurate and timely manner
- Routinely review and follow up on client deadlines and calendar appointments
- Interacts with clients as required
- Opens and screens incoming mail and prepares documents for mailing
- Track, organize, and process reimbursements, invoices, and check requests
- Assist other staff as needed
Responsibilities and Duties
- Knowledge of office practices, procedures, office machines, and equipment
- Possess correct spelling, grammar, vocabulary, communication skills, punctuation, and legal terminology
- Knowledge of content and format of legal documents
- Ability to read, analyze, and understand legal documents
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to determine work priorities and seek out help when necessary
- Must have typing skills of 60 wpm and at least two years of experience with Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to attend work consistently and maintain a regular work schedule
Experience
- Two or more years of secretarial experience in a law firm
Please submit your resume and writing sample to: LHollifield@GodwinBowman.com.