Supporting Job Application Documents:

Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume with three (3) professional references, and at least one (1) writing sample with their application.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association accredited college of law.

• Must be an active member in good standing of the Texas State Bar and eligible for admission to Federal court.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience practicing law, with an emphasis on tort litigation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent research, writing, and courtroom skills.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to communicate and work in a collaborative group.

• Proficiency with technology and legal tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Westlaw, and Adobe.

• Motion practice experience.

• Experience conducting discovery.

• Knowledge rules of civil procedure and evidence.

• Analytical skills to include ability to perform thorough legal and factual analyses.

• Ability to exercise good judgment.

• Occasional ability to work extended hours to accommodate case load demands.

• Ability to organize and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.

• Ability to comply with office policies and training requirements.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Located in downtown Houston, the Harris County Attorney’s Office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network in all civil matters, including lawsuits. The office also provides legal advice to county officials and employees.

Position Type, Typical Work Schedule, and Work Environment:

• This is a full-time position.

• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekends and holidays as necessary.

• Hours may vary based on the business needs of the HCAO.

• This job typically operates in a professional office environment, and the individual in this role uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, scanners/copiers, and phones.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• This is largely a sedentary role that requires standing or sitting for prolonged periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body, repetitive motions requiring dexterity such as keyboarding that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, communicating with others to exchange concepts and information, problem-solving, decision-making, organization, the ability to read/write, and the ability to manage workplace stressors such as adversarial interactions.

Compensation:

• The base compensation for this position will be determined on the candidate’s qualifications and the pay of other employees in the job function.

• Total compensation includes attractive paid leave programs, health benefits, and retirement plans.

• In addition, the position is eligible for the accrual of compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County personnel policies and procedures.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. 
 Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.