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Cooper & Scully, P.C. is comprised of a diverse group of attorneys and individuals who creatively provide aggressive representation to our clients. We are dedicated to recruiting dynamic, exceptional, talented and motivated people.

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Cooper & Scully, P.C.
900 Jackson Street, Suite 100
Dallas, Texas 75202
Phone: 214.712.9427
Fax: 214.712.9540
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Thank you for your interest in Cooper & Scully, P.C., an equal opportunity employer.

 

Job Opportunities

 

Attorney Positions

Associate Attorney – Full-Time | Dallas, TX

Cooper & Scully, P.C. is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join our Dallas office. This full-time position involves providing legal counsel, conducting research, negotiating, and representing clients in both state and federal courts. The role includes collaborating closely with partners and senior associates on complex litigation matters. We are looking for a legal professional with a strong background or interest in insurance coverage (first- and third-party), construction defect, professional liability, business and commercial litigation, medical malpractice, premises liability, or large trucking & transportation litigation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and strategic guidance to clients
  • Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
  • Represent clients in court proceedings, depositions, and mediations
  • Negotiate settlements and manage dispute resolution processes
  • Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates on litigation strategy and case development

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas
  • 5–10 years of experience as a practicing attorney
  • Demonstrated expertise or interest in insurance coverage (first- and third-party), construction defect, professional liability, business and commercial litigation, medical malpractice, premises liability, or large trucking & transportation litigation
  • Strong legal research and writing skills
  • Experience in negotiation and dispute resolution
  • Courtroom experience in state and federal courts preferred
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

 

Appellate Attorney – Full-Time | Dallas, TX

Cooper & Scully, P.C. is seeking a highly experienced Appellate Attorney to join our Dallas office. This full-time position focuses on handling complex appellate matters in state and federal courts. The ideal candidate will have exceptional legal writing ability, strong analytical skills, and a passion for appellate advocacy—while also enjoying opportunities to cover trials and preserve error for appeal.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft appellate briefs, motions, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.
  • Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on complex issues.
  • Present oral arguments before appellate courts.
  • Collaborate with trial teams to preserve error and develop appellate strategy.
  • Advise clients and internal teams on appellate risks and opportunities.

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas.
  • 10+ years of experience in appellate litigation.
  • Preferred: Board Certification in Civil Appellate Law.
  • Strong legal research and writing skills; exceptional attention to detail.
  • Experience with state and federal appellate courts.
  • Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Enjoys trial coverage and working closely with trial teams.

 

Associate Attorney – Full-Time | Austin, TX

Cooper & Scully, P.C. is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join our Austin office. This full-time position focuses on providing legal counsel, conducting research, negotiating, and representing clients in both state and federal courts. The role involves working closely with partners and senior associates on complex litigation matters. We are looking for a legal professional with experience in medical malpractice, insurance defense, and premises liability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and strategic guidance to clients.
  • Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
  • Represent clients in court proceedings, depositions, and mediations.
  • Negotiate settlements and manage dispute resolution processes.
  • Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates on litigation strategy and case development.

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas.
  • 6–8 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
  • Demonstrated expertise in medical malpractice, insurance defense, and premises liability.
  • Strong legal research and writing skills.
  • Experience in negotiation and dispute resolution.
  • Courtroom experience in state and federal courts preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

 

Professional Staff Positions

Billing Supervisor – Full-Time, Non-Exempt | Dallas, TX

The Billing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the firm’s billing operations to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant client invoicing. This role supervises billing staff, manages complex legal billing requirements across multiple client electronic billing systems, and serves as a key liaison between attorneys, finance leadership, and clients. The Billing Supervisor plays a critical role in revenue cycle management and client satisfaction within a midsized law firm environment.  The Billing Supervisor will report directly to the CFO and will work closely with the Management Accountant and the Accounting/Billing Coordinator as a Team Lead.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and mentor the Accounting/Billing Coordinator, ensuring consistent adherence to firm policies, client guidelines, and best practices
  • Oversee the preparation, review, and distribution of client invoices using SurePoint LMS Finance Enterprise (LMS V / LMS)
  • Manage billing workflows across multiple client billing platforms, including client?specific e?billing systems (including, but not limited to, appealing client-generated billing adjustments and coordination of matter budgets)
  • Ensure compliance with outside counsel guidelines, engagement letters, billing rate agreements, and firm policies
  • Review pre-bills for accuracy, completeness, narrative quality, and compliance prior to final submission
  • Partner with attorneys and legal assistants to resolve billing issues, adjustments, and write?offs
  • Monitor billing timelines, identify and address delays, and ensure prompt invoicing
  • Assist with billing?related audits, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives
  • Track outstanding receivables, process accounts receivable deposits, and be responsible for collections and associated monthly reporting
  • Prepare billing, AR, and financial reports using Microsoft Excel and firm financial systems
  • Collaborate with Finance and Accounting leadership on billing strategy, forecasting, and collections support
  • Maintain billing documentation, procedures, and staff training materials
  • Oversee the establishment of new matters and the generation of conflict of interest reports
  • Review client cost inputs weekly in expense management systems for compliance with client billing guidelines
  • Oversee the integrity of the billing systems to include closing matters

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred or equivalent professional experience
  • Five (5) or more years of legal billing experience, with prior supervisory or lead experience preferred
  • Experience using Surepoint LMS Finance Enterprise strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated experience working with multiple client billing and e?billing systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, reporting functions)
  • Working knowledge of legal billing practices, LEDES formats, timekeeping, and client billing requirements
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage deadlines
  • Professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients

Summer Associate Positions - ***All Summer Clerk Positions for 2026 Have Been Filled***

Our summer program for law students provides an opportunity to experience the day to day life of a lawyer at Cooper & Scully. It will motivate you to work hard and challenge yourself to prepare you for a career in law.

For questions or inquiries, please contact Heather Cooper at heather.cooper@cooperscully.com