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About the Role
Represents the Chief Disciplinary Counsel and the Commission for Lawyer Discipline in attorney disciplinary proceedings before District Grievance Committees, District Courts, and/or the Board of Disciplinary Appeals. Involves frequent contact with State Bar departments, as well as with outside agencies and organizations.
Responsibilities
- Represents 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 complaints against licensed Texas attorneys.
- Presents complaints against licensed Texas Attorneys to grievance committee panels.
- Provides ethical direction to State Bar members and Staff.
- Performs other responsibilities as required.
Requirements
- Must be licensed to practice law in Texas and be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- Requires knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Evidence, Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, and Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure.
- Must be able to communicate effectively, coordinate workflow to meet mandatory deadlines, manage a large caseload and maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.
- Minimal travel required.
Skills
- Effective legal research and writing skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Adobe, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook.
Location
- Texas
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of three years litigation experience preferred.
Salary/Compensations
- Trial Attorney I ($85,153-$95,757)
- Trial Attorney II ($93,881-$105,616)
About the Company
- The State Bar of Texas is responsible for the discipline of attorneys in Texas.