Staff Attorney

Distro
Houston, TX
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced civil litigators who manage multiple cases and work independently in a hybrid environment, with a preference for those familiar with Texas court systems and remote work arrangements.

Best fit for

  • Experienced civil litigators with a track record of courtroom advocacy and trial experience
    — “Meaningful Trial Experience ✅ Courtroom Experience”
  • Candidates with a background in handling high-value cases and complex litigation
    — “High-Value Case Experience • Complex Civil Litigation Experience”
  • Professionals accustomed to working as 1099 contractors and maintaining strict billing discipline
    — “Ability to Work as a 1099 Contractor ✅ Strong Billing Discipline”

Things to consider

  • Must be able to meet 160 monthly billable hours, which could be demanding for those used to lower workloads
    — “Ability to Meet 160 Monthly Billable Hours”
  • Requires presence in Harris, Fort Bend, and Brazoria Counties when needed, despite a primarily remote setup
    — “Ability to Attend Courts in Harris, Fort Bend & Brazoria Counties”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience with discovery management and motion practice in your resume and interview responses
    — “Experience Drafting: ✅ Discovery & Deposition Experience”
  • Emphasize your ability to independently manage multiple legal matters and maintain strong client communication
    — “Ability to Independently Manage Multiple Matters ✅ Strong Client Communication Skills”
  • Demonstrate your knowledge in at least three practice areas such as real estate, family law, or probate
    — “Must Have Knowledge In At Least 3 Of These Areas”
  • Mention your ability to work in a hybrid remote/local environment and meet travel requirements
    — “Primarily Remote Work Environment • Ability to Work from Houston Area When Needed”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • managing multiple legal matters
  • meeting billable hours
  • maintaining strong client relationships
Typical background
8+ years of legal practice experiencestrong civil litigation background

Skills & requirements

Required

Civil LitigationCourtroom AdvocacyTrial ExperienceMotion PracticeLegal ResearchDiscovery ManagementDepositionsNegotiationMediationCase StrategyClient Counseling

Preferred

Federal LitigationComplex Civil LitigationHigh-value Case ExperienceProbate LitigationEstate AdministrationBusiness Transactional ExperienceReal Estate LitigationHigh-net-worth ClientsHigh-profile ClientsRemote Law Firm Experience

Stack & domain

Civil LitigationCourtroom AdvocacyTrial ExperienceMotion PracticeLegal ResearchWritingDiscovery ManagementDepositionsNegotiationMediationCase Strategy DevelopmentClient CounselingProbateEstate PlanningReal Estate LawBusiness TransactionsBusiness LitigationFamily LawBilling DisciplineConfidentialityProfessional JudgmentProblem-solvingTeamworkCommunicationLeadershipMentorshipLegalLitigationCourtroomTrialDiscoveryCase StrategyReal Estate

About the role

Original posting from Distro via Lever

  • Job Title Contract Staff Attorney Client: Devenere Law Collective
  • Client Overview Devenere Law Collective is a Houston-based law firm that provides legal services across multiple practice areas, including civil litigation, family law, business law, intellectual property, probate & estate planning, real estate transactions, and corporate governance. The firm operates with a collaborative, team-oriented culture and combines a primarily remote work environment with local court and client support throughout the Greater Houston area.
  • Staff Attorney 4. Location Primary Location Houston, TX 5. Salary Compensation
  • Estimated Earnings: ○ $14,400/month at $90/hour ○ $18,400/month at $115/hour • 1099 Independent Contractor
  • Required Experience Years Required • Minimum 8 years of legal practice experience Mandatory Experience • Civil Litigation • Courtroom Advocacy • Trial Experience • Motion Practice • Legal Research & Writing • Discovery Management • Depositions • Negotiation & Mediation • Case Strategy Development • Client Counseling Must Have Knowledge In At Least 3 Of These Areas • Probate & Estate Planning • Real Estate Law • Business Transactions & Business Litigation • Family Law
  • Requirements (Must-Haves) ✅ Active Texas Law License ✅ Good Standing with State Bar of Texas ✅ 8+ Years of Legal Practice ✅ Strong Civil Litigation Background ✅ Meaningful Trial Experience ✅ Courtroom Experience ✅ Experience Drafting: ✅ Discovery & Deposition Experience ✅ Strong Client Communication Skills ✅ Ability to Independently Manage Multiple Matters ✅ Ability to Meet 160 Monthly Billable Hours ✅ Ability to Work as a 1099 Contractor ✅ Ability to Attend Courts in Harris, Fort Bend & Brazoria Counties ✅ Ability to Work from Houston Area When Needed ✅ Strong Billing Discipline ✅ Strong Confidentiality & Professional Judgment
  • Nice-to-Haves • Federal Litigation Experience • Admission to U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas • Complex Civil Litigation Experience • High-Value Case Experience • Trial Counsel Experience • Lead Trial Attorney Experience • Probate Litigation • Estate Administration • Business Transactional Experience • Real Estate Litigation • High-Net-Worth Clients • High-Profile Clients • Mediation Experience • Remote Law Firm Experience • Cross-Functional Legal Team Experience
  • Benefits Offered • Primarily Remote Work Environment • Competitive Billable Hour Compensation • Flexible Contract Structure • Exposure to Multiple Practice Areas • Collaborative Team Environment Potential Full-Time Conversion

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Source: Distro careers (Lever)

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