Careers
For over 35 years, Macdonald Devin Madden Kenefick Harris & Quinn, P.C. has provided innovative and sophisticated counsel to regional, national, and international clients. With a reputation as fierce litigators and trusted counselors, our attorneys bring their strengths, experience, and insight to every client representation. We prioritize client service and legal excellence, from high-stakes litigation to risk minimization strategies. Our trial lawyers are proven litigators, offering powerful advocacy and strategic representation in courthouses throughout Texas and beyond.
We pride our firm on its collaborative and supportive work environment in which all individuals – attorneys and staff alike – are challenged to perform at the highest levels and given the opportunity and resources to do so. We are a diverse group united in the common purpose of providing excellent legal representation and unmatched client service. We are always looking for dynamic, ambitious, and talented individuals who are equally committed to these goals and want to work at a law firm that is invested in their success inside and outside of the office. If you fit that description, we’d love to hear from you.
Our firm is committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. No person will be denied employment or benefits on the basis of age, gender, color, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, political belief, status as a member of uniformed services, or disability that does not preclude performance of the essential job functions.
Macdonald Devin Madden Kenefick Harris & Quinn, P.C
Lydia Hollifield
Human Resources and Recruitment Manager
214.744.3300
careers@mdevin.iommi-wpdev.com
LITIGATION ASSOCIATE (Dallas and Houston):
Macdonald Devin Madden Kenefick Harris & Quinn, P.C. thrives on diversity, teamwork, and mutual respect. As a Litigation Attorney, you’ll join a collaborative environment where all team members and their contributions are highly regarded. If you are a motivated professional with a strong desire to contribute to the Firm’s success, we encourage you to apply to join our dynamic team.
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Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for experienced Litigation Attorneys located in Dallas and Houston, Texas. The Attorney will be responsible for handling various day-to-day tasks related to law, including court appearances, trials, and depositions. The role requires strong litigation skills and the ability to provide effective and determined representation to clients in the courtroom and during negotiations. Ideal candidates are those who draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, briefs, and notices for filing. Our attorneys must exercise critical skills, superior communication and organizational skills, and have the ability to work with minimal supervision at times. Candidates must be willing to collaborate with clients to develop and implement effective legal strategies and case management plans.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- 2+ years of litigation experience.
- Significant litigation and trial experience are a plus.
- Desire to work in a busy litigation practice
- Skilled drafting with excellent written and verbal communication, and sharp deductive reasoning.
- Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presentation skills.
- Excellent negotiation and deposition-taking abilities.
- Superior analytical skills, such as data analysis, problem-solving, critical thinking, research, and creativity.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
This position is subject to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), parking, paid time off, and more.
We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. The firm’s policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by the law.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and writing sample via email, at careers@mdevin.iommi-wpdev.com, for an opportunity to join our team of legal professionals, where your expertise is valued and contributes to our clients' success.
CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION ASSOCIATE (Dallas):
Macdonald Devin Madden Kenefick Harris & Quinn, P.C. thrives on diversity, teamwork, and mutual respect. As a Construction Litigation Attorney, you’ll join a collaborative environment where all team members and their contributions are highly regarded. This is a unique opportunity to work with seasoned trial lawyers who will continue to mentor and encourage you to develop your litigation skills.
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Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for an experience Construction Litigation Attorney located in Dallas, TX. This role is best fit for an Attorney with 5 or more years experience in Construction Litigation and Premises matters. Ideal candidates will have significant experience handling document review, preparing discovery responses, assisting in interrogatory and deposition processes, drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, briefs, and notices for filing. Attorneys must attend trials, argue motions and participate in hearings.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- 5+ years of construction litigation and premises matter experience.
- Significant construction litigation and trial experience are a plus.
- Desire to work in a busy litigation practice
- Skilled drafting with excellent written and verbal communication, and sharp deductive reasoning.
- Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presentation skills.
- Excellent negotiation and deposition-taking abilities.
- Superior analytical skills, such as data analysis, problem-solving, critical thinking, research, and creativity.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
This position is subject to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), parking, paid time off, and more.
We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. The firm’s policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by the law
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and writing sample via email, at careers@mdevin.iommi-wpdev.com, for an opportunity to join our team of legal professionals, where your expertise is valued and contributes to our clients' success.
Litigation Paralegal:
The Firm is seeking a skilled, self-directed litigation paralegal to join our trial team. You will be responsible for the coordination of all the details before, during and after trial.
The successful candidate must have high-level experience with a range of litigation support applications. Additional qualifications include excellent analytical and organizational abilities, solid communication and management skills, creativity, initiative and ability to work in a team environment.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments
- Draft pleadings, motions, and notices and file them with the court
- Knowledge of statutory deadlines (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, etc.)
- Obtaining, analyzing and organizing third party records such as medical records, billing records, and construction files
- Scheduling depositions and hearings
- Corresponding and working with experts
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
- Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
- Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
- Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
- Help with voir dire, jury selection and witness preparation
- Maintains chain of custody
- Manages logistics of production of documents – hard copy, images, native
- Checks legal cites for proper format, content and standing (Westlaw, Lexis)
Skills:
- Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc.
- Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
- Extensive computer and database expertise
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a litigation paralegal
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Proficient in Adobe
- E-filing tools
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, parking, paid time off, and more.
We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by the law.
Candidates should include resume and cover letter, and may be submitted via careers@mdevin.iommi-wpdev.com.
