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Verified Pay check_circle $170000 - $190000 per year
Hours Full-time
Location Houston, Texas

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Job Description

Job Description
Surety/ Construction Associate
Direct Counsel is partnering with a nationally recognized AmLaw 200 law firm to identify a Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience to join its Fidelity Surety & Coverage Business Unit, this position will assist the surety/ construction team based in Collin County, TX. Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the Texas Bar but may work from any Texas location.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skillsets and experience:
  • Practical or legal knowledge regarding the construction industry
  • Prior experience with construction disputes, mechanics’ liens, and/or preparing and negotiating construction contracts and other construction documents (preferred but not required)
  • The ability to work in a collaborative team-oriented environment with other attorneys, team members, consultants, and clients
  • Superb written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent academic credentials

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Salary range: $170,000 – $190,000 annually (DOE).

  • Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

  • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance with HSA/FSA options

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Short-term and long-term disability

  • Life insurance

  • 401(k)

  • Vacation and sick time

  • Parking/public transportation allowance

  • Employee assistance program.


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Posting ID: 1215400437 Posted: 2026-02-12 Job Title: Surety Construction Associate