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Associate Attorney
Amarillo, TX

## Associate Attorney

Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP ("Perdue Brandon") is a law firm providing collection services and related legal representation to government entities in Amarillo, Texas. We are looking for an energetic attorney who is goal-driven, willing to learn, and who works well with a team to join our Amarillo office.

### Job Description

The Associate Attorney will work closely with partners, clients, colleagues, and staff on collection and litigation activities. This position offers a Professional Development and Mentorship Program and opportunities for those whose goal is partnership. Essential duties include:

- Suit preparation and review, motion practice, discovery, large caseload management, and substantial trial work in District Courts and courts in the surrounding counties
- Title examination, including mineral titles
- Providing clients with opinions and advice on legal issues
- Managing and maintaining current firm clients
- Local travel required

### Preferred Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

- Familiarity with collection of ad valorem taxes and other governmental receivables, open meetings, public information act and other law applicable to local government entities
- Title examination experience, including mineral titles
- Bankruptcy experience
- Excellent writing and research skills
- A strong work ethic, organizational skills, inter-personal and social skills, and be a self-starter

### Salary and Benefits

At Perdue Brandon, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

- 401(k)
- Eligible for 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness coverage
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid State Bar dues and CLE courses
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Firm cell phone or cell phone reimbursement
- Firm credit card for approved business expenses

### How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a writing sample (motion, business letter, or article) and answer the questions included in this posting. Information provided in response to this posting will remain confidential unless approved by candidate.






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