Mid to Senior Business and Commercial Disputes Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a highly motivated mid to senior-level associate to join its Business and Commercial Disputes team in Dallas. This role involves working on complex litigation matters for a diverse client base across various industries.

Duties

• Manage complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts from inception to resolution.
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Conduct and defend depositions, including those of fact and expert witnesses.
• Lead discovery strategy, including document production and e-discovery coordination.
• Participate in trial preparation and courtroom advocacy.
• Provide strategic legal advice on dispute risks and litigation exposure.
• Work directly with clients to develop business-oriented solutions.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and collaborate with cross-office teams.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the Texas Bar or eligibility for prompt admission.
• 4-7 years of experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Experience with a broad range of commercial disputes.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Texas Bar.

Skills

• Strong case management skills.
• Experience in all phases of litigation.
• Ability to assume significant client responsibility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off plans including paid parental leave and PTO.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

The Texas-based law office opened six years ago. There are four areas of concentration. Disciplines consist of real estate capital markets, litigation, business transactions, and bankruptcy. Twenty-two well-informed attorneys are on staff. They support community service undertakings such as the Cotes Du Coeur event. Attorneys are recipients of several top honors from leading industry periodicals.