Of Counsel Attorney

OF COUNSEL JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Of Counsel
Department: Legal
Reports To: Shareholder / Practice Group Lead
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Type: Full-Time

An established and respected Midland-based practice serving individuals and businesses across West Texas. We combine trial-ready advocacy with practical, business-minded counsel across complex civil disputes, oil & gas matters, probate and fiduciary litigation, small-business disputes, and select criminal defense.

Position Summary

The Of Counsel attorney is a senior-level practitioner who provides specialized legal expertise, leads complex matters, and supports firm growth through high-quality legal work, client relationship development, and mentorship. This role operates with minimal supervision and is expected to deliver excellent legal judgment, writing, and client service.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited university
• Active law license in the firm’s practicing jurisdiction(s), in good standing
• 10–15+ years of legal experience (relevant practice area preferred)
• Strong drafting, analytical, and client-facing communication skills

Key Performance Expectations

• Annual Billable Hours Target: 1,200
• Origination Target: $300,000+
• Business Development Target: 10–15%

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead complex legal matters, including strategy, risk evaluation, and execution
• Serve as primary attorney for high-level client guidance and complex legal decision-making
• Conduct complex legal research and deliver clear written analysis
• Draft and finalize complex legal documents, pleadings, motions, agreements, and correspondence
• Maintain professional, timely, and clear client communications
• Ensure matters are properly managed, deadlines are met, and firm standards are followed

Business Development Responsibilities

• Cultivate client relationships and expand existing accounts
• Promote specialized expertise through professional visibility and reputation-building
• Participate in networking, referral-building, and thought leadership activities

Leadership, Supervision & Mentoring

• Oversees work of junior attorneys and legal support staff as assigned
• Provides mentorship and technical guidance on drafting, research, and matter strategy

Core Competencies

• Strong legal judgment and strategic thinking
• High-level writing and document quality control
• Professional client presence
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience

• West Texas/Oil & Gas docket experience.
• Probate court practice and fiduciary litigation.
• Criminal defense trial experience.
• Spanish proficiency a plus.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Ownership mindset with high integrity and responsiveness.
• Practical problem-solver who balances zealous advocacy with cost/benefit realities.
• Team player comfortable mentoring staff and collaborating with partners.

Work Environment

• On-site in Midland, TX with regular court appearances in regional venues.
• Reasonable travel within Texas for hearings, depositions, and trials.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement plan, CLE and bar dues, malpractice coverage, paid time off.