Commercial Litigation Attorney

Daniels & Tredennick PLLC is a dynamic civil litigation law firm located in the Memorial area of Houston, TX. Our team comes from diverse backgrounds, including public service, education, large law firms, and boutique personal injury firms. Our experience includes commercial disputes, mass tort litigation, and personal injury litigation.POSITION SUMMARY:We are seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. This role will involve a balanced practice, with at least 50% of the attorney's time dedicated to personal injury litigation and the remainder focused on commercial litigation matters. If you have experience handling complex disputes in both commercial and personal injury contexts, we want to hear from you. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead Advocacy: Represent clients as lead counsel in depositions, court hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings; serve as lead counsel in smaller arbitrations and trials; and as second chair or co-lead in larger arbitrations and trials.Litigation Management: Handle complex commercial litigation matters (including breach of contract, corporate governance, intellectual property disputes, mergers and acquisitions, securities law, and antitrust matters) as well as personal injury litigation.Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to identify relevant laws and precedents and apply legal principles to client matters.Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other filings, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and procedures.Strategic Legal Counsel: Provide ongoing legal advice regarding litigation strategy, risk management, dispute resolution, and case evaluation.Settlement Negotiations: Represent clients in settlement discussions with the goal of achieving favorable resolutions when appropriate.Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, staff, clients, and experts to develop and execute litigation strategies.Case Management: Oversee all aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, witness preparation, trial, and post-trial proceedings.Billing and Documentation: Maintain accurate time records and ensure timely, accurate client invoicing. QUALIFICATIONS:Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolActive Texas bar membership in good standing2–4 years of experience in commercial litigation and/or personal injury litigationExperience handling depositions and courtroom advocacyExperience with evidentiary and legal argument, including direct- and cross-examinationStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage complex legal matters with professionalism and precisionExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailProficiency with legal research tools and litigation softwareAbility to work independently and collaborativelyExperience with trial preparation and managing high-stakes litigationDemonstrated leadership and mentoring abilityCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:$145,000 to $165,000 based on experienceComprehensive benefits package including paid health benefits with the opportunity to purchase a suite of ancillary benefits, including dental, vision, etc., and retirement plan options