Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Overview:
A prominent Texas-based law firm is currently seeking a skilled and driven Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of complex commercial litigation experience to join its litigation team in Houston. This partnership-track position offers a hands-on, collaborative environment for attorneys looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will have immediate opportunities to manage responsibilities across all phases of litigation and contribute to a wide variety of sophisticated commercial matters in both state and federal courts.

Location:

• Houston, Texas

Duties:

• Handle all aspects of complex commercial litigation in state and federal court

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda

• Conduct legal research and formulate case strategy

• Take and defend depositions of clients, witnesses, and experts

• Appear in court for hearings, motions, and trials

• Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, and other team members on litigation strategy

• Work directly with clients and opposing counsel on case management and resolution

• Mentor and supervise junior associates and staff

• Participate in firm development activities, training sessions, and continuing legal education

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of complex commercial litigation experience

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment

• Prior courtroom experience and strong case strategy skills

• Comfortable working with expert witnesses and managing discovery

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted and in good standing with the Texas State Bar (required)

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent legal research and analytical skills

• Client counseling and negotiation ability

• Capable of working independently while contributing to a team

• Mentorship and leadership potential

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions

• Paid time off and leave

• Paid parking

• Continuing legal education and professional development support

• Supportive, collaborative work culture with cross-office engagement

• Opportunity for advancement and mentorship in a partnership-track role

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.