Senior Attorney/Lawyer Opportunity in Austin, Texas - Join Robert Half

Robert Half is proud to partner with a dynamic organization seeking a skilled Senior Attorney/Lawyer for a long-term contract position in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas. This hybrid role (3 days per week in-office) offers the perfect blend of flexibility and collaboration, allowing you to contribute to a wide array of legal matters while thriving in a fast-paced, supportive environment. If you have a strong generalist background in Texas law, contract drafting, legal analysis, and managing external counsel, this position is your chance to make a significant impact. With a competitive salary context around $120 per hour (equating to approximately $120,000 - $150,000 annually), this role is ideal for experienced attorneys looking to advance their careers in one of the nation's fastest-growing legal markets.

About the Role

As a Senior Attorney/Lawyer, you will serve as a key player in the legal team, providing high-level support to the General Counsel. This position excludes HR and IT matters but spans a broad portfolio including real estate, regulatory compliance, environmental issues, civil litigation, and other corporate legal challenges. You'll enjoy the autonomy to lead weekly legal reviews, delegate tasks, and prioritize initiatives, all while coordinating with approved outside counsel. Austin's booming tech and business scene makes this an exciting opportunity to handle diverse, high-stakes matters in a hybrid setup that balances office collaboration with remote efficiency. Robert Half places top legal talent, and this role exemplifies our commitment to connecting professionals with rewarding contract opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve hands-on legal work and strategic oversight:

• Contract Expertise: Draft and review routine business contracts and agreements to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Legal Research: Conduct in-depth research on Texas law, analyze findings, and deliver concise legal memoranda via email for quick decision-making.
• Dispute Management: Handle small pre-litigation disputes, guiding resolutions efficiently to avoid escalation.
• External Counsel Coordination: Direct outside counsel from our approved list for matters ranging from regulatory filings to civil litigation.
• Performance Oversight: Monitor outside counsel effectiveness, including optional bill reviews to optimize costs.
• Leadership Duties: Lead weekly legal review meetings, delegate tasks, and prioritize on behalf of the General Counsel.
• Portfolio Navigation: Manage a generalist docket covering real estate transactions, environmental regulations, corporate governance, and more.

Required Qualifications

To succeed, you need:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and an active Texas Bar license.
• At least 5 years of post-bar experience as a generalist attorney, with proven skills in contract work, Texas law analysis, and dispute resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate external counsel and provide strategic oversight.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication for memos, reviews, and stakeholder interactions.
• Adaptability to a hybrid schedule and comfort with a broad, non-specialized portfolio (no HR/IT focus).
• Strong organizational skills for prioritization and leadership in a collaborative team setting.

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Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Partnering with Robert Half means accessing premier opportunities in Austin's thriving legal landscape. This long-term contract offers stability, professional growth, and exposure to cutting-edge legal challenges in tech-driven industries. Benefit from our hybrid model, competitive pay, and supportive network. Advance your career with us—apply today for this Senior Attorney/Lawyer role and elevate your practice in the heart of Texas!

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