Houston | Hybrid

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000+

A premier national law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, energy companies, and other sophisticated clients in high-stakes business disputes.

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience handling complex business disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, fiduciary duty claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, fraud, trade secret litigation, and other commercial matters

• Experience representing corporations, financial institutions, private equity sponsors, energy companies, and other business clients

• Experience handling all phases of litigation, including case strategy, drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery, depositions, hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trial preparation

• Experience litigating matters involving complex financial structures, strategic transactions, and commercial business relationships is preferred

• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated litigation matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Experience in state and federal courts is preferred

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized Commercial Litigation practice

✅ Sophisticated, high-stakes business disputes

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, and industry-leading businesses

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174