Attorney Jobs in Houston, TX

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...

Client Advocate

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago

**Description** The Client Advocate is responsible for cultivating and maintaining client relationships that includes leading strategy development and execution. They have ownership of the E365...

The Associate Client Advocate (ACA) client-facing functions utilizing the colleagues advanced skills in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance and is responsible for a blend of internal...

Civil Attorney - General Counsel - County Attorney's Office

  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

Other duties as determined by the County Attorney....

Houston Insurance Defense Attorney - Lucrative Bonuses

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago

A prestigious, nationally recognized law firm based in Texas is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join their dynamic, high-performing legal team with a lucrative bonus structure....

6566 Attorney - Energy and Utilities HOLD

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago

6566 Attorney - Energy and Utilities HOLD Houston, TX Position Overview: The company is seeking an experienced Contract Attorney with a specialization in natural gas and power trading to join our legal...

Contracts Attorney I

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

The Contract Attorney will work with contract management and team members to manage the Agency's overall procurement and contracting processes....

Senior Counsel/Senior Attorney - Energy Marketing & Trading

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without...

Construction Defects Attorney

  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Construction Defects Attorney Key Responsibilities for the Construction Defects Attorney: Handle a caseload of insurance defense matters from discovery through resolution Draft pleadings,...

Senior Associate Attorney

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

TERRIFIC, Texas firm is seeking a Insurance Defense Attorney in Houston....

Associate - Senior Associate Attorney

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Associate/Senior Associate Litigation Attorney 4+ years: (Hybrid) The Houston office of Brown Sims is seeking attorneys (4+ years) for its Civil and Federal litigation (defense) docket....

Associate Attorney

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Our commercial litigation and construction law firm is seeking a mid-level litigation associate with 5-10 years experience as a construction attorney to join our busy construction litigation practice...

Exceptional Retention: Attorneys rarely leave for peer firms; departures are typically for personal or geographic reasons?...

HOA Attorney

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

OVERVIEW Established in 2009, Porter Law Firm provides a full range of legal services for everything from business, real estate, corporate development, HOA representation, and litigation, to tax and...

Who You Are: We're looking for someone with: Juris Doctorate and active membership with the Houston State Bar. 3+ years of litigation experience (plaintiff employment law focus preferred but also open...

Demographic Data for Houston, TX

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Houston, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Houston, TX offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.1%
Bachelor's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Houston, TX
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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