Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A leading law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 11 years of experience to join its litigation team in Houston. This role focuses on representing businesses and business owners in a variety of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, and restrictive covenant litigation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on trial experience and be ready to contribute to all phases of litigation in a fast-paced, high-quality legal environment.

Location: Houston, Texas

Duties:

• Represent clients in commercial and business litigation matters, including contract disputes, business divorces, and unfair competition claims
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Develop litigation strategy and collaborate with senior attorneys and clients
• Manage pretrial and post-verdict motion practice
• Participate in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials
• Provide timely and strategic legal counsel throughout the litigation process
• Contribute to case evaluation, risk assessment, and client communication

Requirements: 

• 4-7 years of commercial litigation experience
• Experience in a range of business disputes, including construction claims, mechanics’ liens, and restrictive covenants
• Substantive trial experience is strongly preferred
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• Admission to the Texas Bar required

Education: 

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications: 

• An activemember of the Texas State Bar

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong deposition and motion practice experience
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail
• Effective communication and collaboration with clients and legal teams
• Ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities

Benefits: 

•  Realistic and transparent path to partnership
• Access to direct client and partner interaction
• Structured professional development and training programs
• Multiple mentoring opportunities within the firm
• Billable credit for approved firm activities and pro bono work
• Inclusive and dynamic firm culture
• Competitive compensation package and performance-based growth opportunities

Attorneys at this law firm seek to provide extensive counsel to help clients navigate through complex legal issues. Their areas of practice include defense litigation, commercial litigation, corporate counseling, and automotive dealer representation. The firm is located in Texas.