Trial Attorney (Commercial Litigation)

Job Summary

Our growing firm is seeking a well-qualified senior attorney who can handle commercial litigation/trial work, work as a team, and zealously represent clients both in and out of court.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Flexibility: A modern approach to the traditional law firm environment
• Performance-Based Rewards: Competitive compensation paired with bonuses that recognize your hard work
• Professional Development: One-to-one mentoring; CLE coverage; and other support
• Comprehensive Benefits: Healthcare – Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) or retirement savings plan with a generous employer match
• PTO/Substitution Work Day

Responsibilities

• Lead litigation strategy for partnership/shareholder disputes, derivative claims, and other commercial litigation issues such as breach of contract claims
• Handle TRO and TI hearings, including emergency filings, expedited discovery, evidentiary hearings, and enforcement actions
• Manage all aspects of case development: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Advise business clients on dispute-prevention strategies, corporate governance, and settlement structuring
• Supervise junior attorneys, paralegals, and staff on case tasks

Qualifications

• Prior experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration
• Admitted to local and state bar associations
• Able to work independently while handling multiple files
• At least 5 years of experience working as a senior associate attorney
• Persuasive writing skills and verbal communication skills are critical, along with time management and interpersonal skills
• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• 7+ years of litigation experience, with a significant focus on partnership/shareholder disputes, fiduciary duty, business divorce, and emergency injunctive relief (TRO/TI hearings)
• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas (or willing to waive in)First-chair trial, injunction hearing, or arbitration experience strongly preferred
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong business acumen and ability to advise clients on both legal and financial aspects of disputes

Compensation

$150,000 - $185,000 yearly base + bonus