Commercial Litigation Attorney

Commercial Litigation Attorney

Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid / On-Site)

Position Type: Full-Time

Our client is a boutique litigation firm in Dallas representing business owners, corporate entities, and construction companies in sophisticated litigation, contract disputes, and complex business matters. We deliver big-firm tactical depth with the speed, agility, and client focus of a premier boutique. We are seeking a driven Commercial Litigation Attorney to join our team and immediately manage significant case responsibilities.

Position Overview

This role is ideal for a mid-level litigation attorney with strong legal analysis skills, courtroom presence, and a track record of driving cases through the litigation lifecycle. You will work closely with firm partners to handle complex commercial disputes, corporate governance conflicts, breach of contract matters, and construction defect claims. You will take ownership of case strategy, run discovery, conduct depositions, argue motions, and participate in trials and arbitrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Strategy & Courtroom Advocacy
• Litigation Execution: Lead and manage commercial litigation files in Texas state and federal courts from initial intake through settlement, trial, or appeal.
• Court Appearances: Conduct hearings, argue dispositive and discovery motions, present oral arguments, and participate in trials, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Deposition Management: Prepare for, conduct, and defend depositions of party representatives, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Pleadings, Motions & Analysis
• High-Level Writing: Draft sophisticated pleadings, summary judgment motions, discovery motions, appellate briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Pre-Suit Evaluation: Evaluate claims and defenses, analyze risk exposure, and draft comprehensive legal opinions and strategic risk assessments for clients.
• E-Discovery & Fact Investigation: Oversee complex discovery workflows, including ESI protocols, document productions, and privilege logs.
• Client Counseling & Business Development
• Direct Client Contact: Serve as a primary point of contact for corporate executives, business owners, and key stakeholders, providing clear, practical legal guidance.
• Firm Growth: Participate in firm marketing initiatives, professional networking, and business development efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 3-6+ years of dedicated commercial, business, or construction litigation experience in a law firm environment.
• Education & Bar Admissions: J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record; active law license in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Courtroom Experience: Proven track record arguing motions, conducting depositions, and managing active state and federal dockets (CM/ECF).
• Skills: Superior written and oral advocacy, analytical rigor, and sound business judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with construction litigation, mechanics' liens, shareholder disputes, or real estate litigation.
• First-chair or second-chair trial experience.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Ownership: Ability to take a file and run with it, developing clear case strategies with minimal supervision.
• Client-Centric Communication: Translates dense legal arguments into clear, actionable business guidance for clients.
• High Efficiency: Thrives in a boutique environment where responsiveness, speed, and accuracy are paramount.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary ($150,000) + discretionary and performance-based bonus structures.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and bar dues/CLE allowance.
• Career Trajectory: Direct mentorship from firm partners with a clear path toward partnership and practice development.