Associate: Commercial Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 2+ years of commercial litigation experience to join its Houston, Texas office. The ideal candidate will have federal clerkship experience and be eager to work in a collaborative environment where mentorship is valued.

Duties

• Develop litigation strategies for complex commercial and business-tort litigation.
• Advise clients across various industries in litigation matters.
• Draft briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analyze evidence.
• Participate in witness interviews and client meetings.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Assist partners and senior lawyers with legal services.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Texas bar or eligible for admission.
• 2+ years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Federal court judicial clerkship preferred.
• Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the Texas bar or ability to become admitted.

Skills

• Outstanding communication and drafting skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Proactive and resourceful with a client service focus.
• Fluency in English.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Vacation time and leave programs, including parental leave.
• Performance bonus eligibility for exempt roles.

A highly respected New York firm that has grown into an international juggernaut, this AmLaw firm boasts 44 offices spread across 30 countries. The firm is renowned for its strengths in the areas of global M&A, finance, antitrust, arbitration, financial restructuring, cross-border transactions, and insolvency. But despite the firm?s top-drawer status, there?s little stodginess here ? the firm was ranked first in diversity by American Lawyer in 2017 and 2018 and, by Law360, as the top law firm for people of color. While the firm?s attorneys are expected to work hard, it is sure to be top quality, complex work that will help you take your career to the next level.