Commercial Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Sebesta Poelma, LLLP is seeking a skilled Commercial Litigation Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join our Houston firm. This role focuses on commercial/business litigation, with opportunities to take meaningful responsibility across all phases of a case. 

Responsibilities

• Manage matters from case inception through resolution, including discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation
• Research, analyze, and draft high‐quality briefs, including motions to dismiss, summary judgment, and motions to compel in state and federal courts
• Draft and file pleadings and discovery responses
• Prepare discovery materials, legal memoranda, and supporting research
• Represent clients in hearings and take fact‐witness depositions
• Collaborate closely with partners and team members to develop case strategy and deliver excellent client service

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Texas law license in good standing, with compliance with all CLE requirements
• 3–7 years of litigation experience, ideally with commercial/business matters
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a demanding caseload
• A proactive, team‐oriented mindset and commitment to client service

Benefits 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Paid time off
• Payment of Texas State Bar dues and CLE fees
• Hybrid work option available after 60 days
• Annual bonus based on performance

Sebesta Poelma, LLLP was founded in 2007 as a boutique litigation firm, specializing in insurance defense, coverage, and subrogation and recovery. We have expanded over the years, and now our lawyers also routinely handle employment law, business formation, real estate transactions and disputes, commercial disputes, construction defects, and product liability litigation.

We take great pride in developing personal relationships with our clients. We work diligently to understand all the pertinent aspects of our clients’ businesses so that we can effectively represent them in their business-related matters. We maintain that the effective handling of a client’s matter requires a collaborative effort between the client and us.

Company Description

Sebesta Poelma, LLLP was founded in 2007 as a boutique litigation firm, specializing in insurance defense, coverage, and subrogation and recovery. We have expanded over the years, and now our lawyers also routinely handle employment law, business formation, real estate transactions and disputes, commercial disputes, construction defects, and product liability litigation.\r\n\r\nWe take great pride in developing personal relationships with our clients. We work diligently to understand all the pertinent aspects of our clients’ businesses so that we can effectively represent them in their business-related matters. We maintain that the effective handling of a client’s matter requires a collaborative effort between the client and us.