Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an ambitious associate with one to three years of complex commercial litigation experience to join their growing litigation team in Houston. This position offers an opportunity for professional development through hands-on mentorship and collaboration, with increased responsibility across diverse matters in a partnership-track role.

Duties

• Engage actively in all aspects of litigation on high-stakes commercial and oil and gas matters.
• Participate in proceedings in both state and federal courts.
• Collaborate with partners and team members to develop case strategies.
• Draft and review legal documents and correspondence.

Requirements

• One to three years of complex commercial litigation experience.
• Outstanding academic achievement record.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Judicial clerkship preferred but not required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Paid training and development opportunities.
• Parking provided.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Paid leave.

This mid-sized Texas firm handles a wide variety of transactional and litigation matters, and it has a long history of providing its clients with quality legal representation. It represents some of the largest corporations in Texas, and it is well connected in the state's politics. The firm limits its associate hiring, so all associates have the opportunity to make parner and are not forced to compete with each other.