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Trial Attorney I

State Bar of Texas
State Bar of Texas Salary
Houston, TX Other
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/28/2026

General Description

Represents the Texas Commission for Lawyer Discipline in attorney discipline proceedings before District Grievance Committees, District Courts, and the Board of Disciplinary Appeals. This position involves frequent contact with State Bar departments, as well as with outside agencies and organizations.

Primary Functions

  • Negotiates and evaluates settlement offers on behalf of the Commission for Lawyer Discipline in attorney discipline matters.
  • Represents the State Bar of Texas, Commission for Lawyer Discipline, and/or Chief Disciplinary Counsel in civil actions pending in Texas state and federal courts.
  • Performs pre-litigation investigations related to the processing of grievances against licensed Texas attorneys.
  • Presents Complaints against licensed Texas Attorneys to grievance committee panels.
  • Acts as liaison with Special Counsel as assigned.
  • Mentors less experienced lawyers in the office.
  • Provides ethical direction to State Bar members and Staff.
  • Performs other responsibilities as required.
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    Position Requirements

    Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Texas and be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.  A minimum of three years of litigation experience is preferred.  Some experience in civil and/or criminal investigative work preferred. The position requires knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Evidence, Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, and Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure. Effective legal research and writing skills. Experience using Microsoft Word, Adobe, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook, etc. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively, coordinate workflow to meet mandatory deadlines, manage a large caseload and maintain a professional demeanor and appearance. This position requires occasional travel. 

     

     

     

     

     

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