Contract Staff Attorney

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 8:23 AM
1. Job Title Contract Staff Attorney Client: Devenere Law Collective [devenerelaw.com], [devenerelaw.com]
2. Client Overview Devenere Law Collective is a Houston-based law firm that provides legal services across multiple practice areas, including civil litigation, family law, business law, intellectual property, probate & estate planning, real estate transactions, and corporate governance. The firm operates with a collaborative, team-oriented culture and combines a primarily remote work environment with local court and client support throughout the Greater Houston area. [devenerelaw.com], [devenerelaw.com]
3. Similar Job Titles • Staff Attorney • Civil Litigation Attorney • Litigation Counsel • Contract Attorney • Associate Litigation Attorney • Senior Litigation Attorney • General Practice Attorney • Trial Attorney • Business Litigation Attorney • Civil Trial Attorney • Legal Counsel • Contract Litigation Attorney • Multi-Practice Attorney • Managing Litigation Attorney • Remote Litigation Attorney • Texas Civil Litigation Attorney
4. Location Primary Location Houston, TX Nearby Markets (Approximately 45-Minute Commute) • Houston, TX • Sugar Land, TX • Katy, TX • Pearland, TX • Missouri City, TX • Richmond, TX • Rosenberg, TX • Cypress, TX • Spring, TX • Tomball, TX • The Woodlands, TX • Pasadena, TX • League City, TX • Friendswood, TX • Webster, TX • Alvin, TX • Stafford, TX • Bellaire, TX • Humble, TX • Deer Park, TX • Channelview, TX • Galena Park, TX Court Coverage Required • Harris County • Fort Bend County • Brazoria County
5. Salary Compensation • $90 - $115 per approved billable hour • Approximately 160 approved billable hours per month • Estimated Earnings: ○ $14,400/month at $90/hour ○ $18,400/month at $115/hour • 1099 Independent Contractor • Initial Contract: 6-8 Months • Potential Conversion to Full-Time Employment
6. Required Experience Years Required • Minimum 8 years of legal practice experience Mandatory Experience • Civil Litigation • Courtroom Advocacy • Trial Experience • Motion Practice • Legal Research & Writing • Discovery Management • Depositions • Negotiation & Mediation • Case Strategy Development • Client Counseling Must Have Knowledge In At Least 3 Of These Areas • Probate & Estate Planning • Real Estate Law • Business Transactions & Business Litigation • Family Law
7. Requirements (Must-Haves) ✅ Active Texas Law License ✅ Good Standing with State Bar of Texas ✅ 8+ Years of Legal Practice ✅ Strong Civil Litigation Background ✅ Meaningful Trial Experience ✅ Courtroom Experience ✅ Experience Drafting: • Pleadings • Motions • Discovery • Briefs • Legal Memoranda ✅ Knowledge of At Least 3 Practice Areas: • Probate & Estate Planning • Real Estate • Business Transactions/Litigation • Family Law ✅ Discovery & Deposition Experience ✅ Strong Client Communication Skills ✅ Ability to Independently Manage Multiple Matters ✅ Ability to Meet 160 Monthly Billable Hours ✅ Ability to Work as a 1099 Contractor ✅ Ability to Attend Courts in Harris, Fort Bend & Brazoria Counties ✅ Ability to Work from Houston Area When Needed ✅ Strong Billing Discipline ✅ Strong Confidentiality & Professional Judgment
8. Nice-to-Haves • Federal Litigation Experience • Admission to U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas • Complex Civil Litigation Experience • High-Value Case Experience • Trial Counsel Experience • Lead Trial Attorney Experience • Probate Litigation • Estate Administration • Business Transactional Experience • Real Estate Litigation • High-Net-Worth Clients • High-Profile Clients • Mediation Experience • Remote Law Firm Experience • Cross-Functional Legal Team Experience
9. Benefits Offered • Primarily Remote Work Environment • Competitive Billable Hour Compensation • Flexible Contract Structure • Exposure to Multiple Practice Areas • Collaborative Team Environment Potential Full-Time Conversion

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