At SBSB Eastham, we pride ourselves on being a progressive and innovative firm, always eager for talented professionals to join our dynamic team. Whether you’re an experienced attorney or a skilled support staff member, we offer a collaborative environment where your skills and ambitions can thrive. Our goal is to be the go-to resource at every stage of the legal process, bringing deeper experience, deeper commitment and deeper insights to help solve the most complex issues. Explore our current opportunities and discover how you can contribute to our mission of providing exceptional legal services.
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Attorney Positions
To be successful in an attorney position, candidates should possess:
- Valid law license (or be awaiting Bar results)
- Willingness to bill 165 hours per month (1980 hours annually)
- Organizational skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential
- Willingness to learn a very niche part of the law
Boca Raton, FL
SBSB Eastham is seeking an associate attorney to fulfill the following responsibilities:
- Responsible for docket involving Defense Base Act claims by providing sound legal analysis, drafting petitions and communicating with clients, Department of Labor and opposing counsel in a timely manner.
- Review, analyze and summarize claims documents including medical records, incident reports, and employment files.
- Prepare reports for clients as needed and on schedule.
- Participate in conferences with the Department of Labor to address issues pertinent to the resolution of files.
- Communicate clearly and concisely with clients on issues involving Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act.
- Experience drafting pleads, discovery and motions, making court appearances, and taking/defending depositions.
- MUST be committed to teamwork and cooperation with your team of fellow lawyers while working on everyday tasks.
- Must possess excellent legal research and writing skills, a strong ability to think strategically/analytically, and outstanding communication skills.
Houston, TX
SBSB Eastham is seeking an associate attorney to fulfill the following responsibilities:- Assists with docket involving Defense Base Act claims by providing sound legal analysis, drafting petitions and communicating with clients, Department of Labor and opposing counsel.
- Review, analyze and summarize claims documents including medical records, incident reports, and employment files.
- Complete legal analysis of files to determine likelihood of recovery, recoverable amounts, and identification of additional documentation necessary for recovery.
- Participate in conferences with the Department of Labor to address issues pertinent to the resolution of files.
- Communicate clearly and concisely with clients on issues involving Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act.
- Make court appearances as necessary.
- Conduct consultations with potential clients.
- Assist with drafting legal documents.
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New Orleans, LA
SBSB Eastham is seeking an associate attorney to fulfill the following responsibilities:- Assisting with a docket involving Defense Base Act Claims. This practice involves providing legal analysis, the drafting of petitions and communications with clients, the Department of Labor and Opposing counsel.
- Review, analyze and summarize claims documents including medical records, incident reports and employment files.
- Complete legal analysis of files to determine likelihood of recovery and recoverable amounts, identification of additional documentation necessary for recovery.
- Participate in conferences with the Department of Labor to address issues pertinent to the resolution of files.
- Communicating clearly and concisely with clients regarding the Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation claims.
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Dallas, TX
SBSB Eastham is seeking a litigation associate. Candidates will excel in this role by:- Having 2-5 years of relevant litigation experience in the construction defect and/or personal injury defense.
- Experience taking expert depositions, writing motions, arguing motions and drafting complex case evaluations.
- Demonstrating exceptional writing, analytical, and advocacy skills and ability to successfully interact with clients and colleagues.
- Adapting quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment to successfully multi-task and manage deadlines to proactively complete transactions.
- Having a high comfort level in working both independently as well as in a team environment.
- Taking initiative by being action-oriented, immediately responsible for your client, delegating intelligently, and seeking opportunities for personal improvement.
- Showing academic excellence and leadership, having achieved a law degree from an accredited law school.
- Being admitted to practice in Texas.
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Staff Positions
Chicago, IL
We currently have a need for a legal assistant in our Chicago office. Essential functions for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
- A knowledge and appreciation of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
- Prepare and coordinate e-filings in state and federal courts.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
- Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system.
- Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements..
- Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
- Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
- Maintain a good working rapport with clients and co-workers.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
Houston, TX
We currently have a need for a litigation legal assistant in our Houston office. Tasks for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
- A knowledge and appreciation of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
- Prepare and coordinate e-filings in state and federal courts.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
- Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system.
- Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements..
- Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
- Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
- Maintain a good working rapport with clients and co-workers.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
Houston, TX
We currently have a need for a legal assistant in our Houston office. Tasks for this position include, but are not limited to:- Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
- A knowledge and appreciation of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
- Prepare and coordinate e-filings in state and federal courts.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
- Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system.
- Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements.
- Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
- Provide support to attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
- Maintain a good working rapport with clients and co-workers.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
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Houston, TX
We currently have a need for a litigation paralegal in our Houston office. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Obtain, review and analyze documents or any other relevant information.
- Review and summarize medical records.
- Prepare for trial by preparing trail notebooks, exhibits and witness files.
- Compile evidence and supporting information by searching records, discovery documents, transcripts, libraries and databases.
- Generate status reports, logs and indexes.
- Maintain acceptable minimum monthly billable hours.
New Orleans, LA
We currently have a need for a legal assistant in our New Orleans office. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
- A knowledge and appreciation of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
- Prepare and coordinate e-filings in state and federal courts.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
- Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system.
- Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements..
- Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
- Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
- Maintain a good working rapport with clients and co-workers.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
New Orleans, LA
We currently have a need for a paralegal in our New Orleans office. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
- A knowledge and appreciation of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
- Prepare and coordinate e-filings in state and federal courts.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
- Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system.
- Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements..
- Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
- Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
- Maintain a good working rapport with clients and co-workers.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
