Commercial Litigation Attorney
Pay: $145,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a dynamic litigation practice with a strong mix of commercial litigation and personal injury matters
- Take on meaningful responsibility in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
- Build broad litigation experience while working on complex, high-stakes disputes
- Work with a team that values strong advocacy, sharp thinking, and collaboration
- Step into a role with substantial hands-on experience and real growth potential
Location: This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Houston, Texas.
Note: Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the Texas Bar and should have 2+ years of litigation experience. Prior personal injury experience is not required, but it is preferred, and this role will involve a personal injury-heavy caseload.
About Us
We are a dynamic civil litigation firm handling a wide range of matters, including commercial disputes, mass tort litigation, and personal injury cases. Our attorneys come from diverse professional backgrounds, and we are committed to delivering high-level legal work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Handle a litigation caseload in which at least 50%, and likely more, of the matters involve personal injury
- Manage the remainder of the caseload in commercial litigation matters
- Represent clients in depositions, court hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings
- Serve as lead counsel in smaller arbitrations and trials and as second chair or co-lead in larger matters
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation strategy and case development
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal filings
- Advise clients on litigation strategy, case evaluation, dispute resolution, and risk management
- Participate in settlement negotiations and work toward favorable outcomes
- Collaborate with attorneys, staff, clients, and experts to move matters forward effectively
- Oversee litigation from discovery and motion practice through trial preparation and post-trial proceedings
- Maintain accurate timekeeping and support timely billing and documentation
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school
- Active Texas Bar membership in good standing
- 2+ years of litigation experience in commercial litigation, personal injury, or another relevant civil litigation practice
- Experience handling depositions, hearings, and courtroom advocacy
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters with professionalism and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
- Experience with trial preparation and litigation strategy preferred
- Prior personal injury experience preferred, but not required
Why You Will Love Working Here
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants substantive litigation experience, meaningful responsibility, and a practice that offers both variety and courtroom exposure. You’ll join a team that handles sophisticated disputes, values strong performance, and gives attorneys the chance to grow through real hands-on work.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
