Junior Disability Associate Attorney

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Junior Disability Associate Attorney for their Dallas, TX office.

Job Overview:

Join a Social Security Disability law firm, representing clients in hearings before Social Security Administrative Law Judges. The role entails a mix of client interaction, legal research, case development, and drafting legal documents.

Duties:

• Represent clients in hearings before Social Security Administrative Law Judges.
• Answer client questions and provide support throughout the legal process.
• Review and develop pre-hearing and hearing-level cases.
• Conduct legal research.
• Write pre-hearing brief memorandums for disability hearings.
• Draft appeals council briefs.
• Maintain regular client contact via telephone, in person, mail, and email.
• Travel to and from hearings in other cities and states, up to 70% of the time.

Requirements:

• Attorney License.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Eagerness to learn and make a difference.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent legal writing skills.
• Ability to travel to and from hearings in other cities and states up to 70% of the time.
• Knowledge of Social Security Disability Law is preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in Texas.

Skills:

• Familiarity with Social Security Disability Law.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Fast-paced, professional environment.
• Fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding workloads.
• Great team environment.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical benefits package.
• Employee wellness program.
• Competitive salary with 401(k) and profit sharing.

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