Mid-Level Commercial Litigation Associate

Pay: $215,000.00 - $290,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, high-performing litigation team handling sophisticated commercial disputes and complex, high-stakes matters.
• Take on meaningful responsibility and build your litigation skills through substantive research, analysis, case strategy, and hands-on casework.
• Work alongside experienced trial lawyers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where strong associates can make a real impact.
• Build a long-term career with a firm that values quality legal work, responsiveness, professionalism, and meaningful client service.
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus discretionary year-end bonuses.
• Excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney seeking challenging commercial litigation work and a stable platform for professional growth.

Location:

Houston, Texas. This is an in-person opportunity for an attorney who enjoys collaborating closely with colleagues and being actively involved with the team and its cases.

Note:

To be considered, candidates must be licensed to practice law in Texas and have at least 2 years of litigation experience. We are especially interested in attorneys with meaningful tenure at prior firms, a strong law school background, and solid mid-level litigation experience.

About Us

We are a nationally focused litigation practice representing businesses and other sophisticated clients in complex, high-stakes legal matters. Our team combines deep litigation experience with efficient staffing, practical strategy, and a strong commitment to exceptional client service. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle substantive legal research and analysis in support of complex commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Analyze facts, legal issues, and case strategy with a high level of attention to detail.
• Support attorneys through all stages of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate research and document review projects with team leads and colleagues.
• Manage assignments independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support teams.
• Communicate clearly, respond promptly, and maintain strong organization in a fast-paced practice.
• Contribute thoughtful analysis and practical solutions to challenging legal issues.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and active Texas Bar admission.
• 2+ years of litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, factual analysis, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Meaningful tenure and demonstrated stability at prior law firms.
• Strong law school credentials.
• Mock trial or moot court experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Work on challenging, sophisticated matters rather than repetitive or narrowly defined assignments.
• Gain meaningful exposure and responsibility as part of a collaborative litigation team.
• Learn from experienced attorneys and continue building your commercial litigation and trial skills.
• Join a professional environment that values quality work, responsiveness, teamwork, and long-term career development.
• Be part of a team where your contributions are visible and your legal skills can continue to grow.

JPC-1858

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: TX bar license, 2+ yrs of litigation exp. Ideally 3-7 yr associate.

• Required Years as Associate: ideally 3 to 7 years
• Additional context: Relocation- Prefer no relocation unless candidate is from Houston or has established ties to the area. Packages - No relocation package indicated.
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 2 to 3 years $215K to $235K; 
• 4 to 5 years $235K to $260K; 
• 6 to 7 years $260K to $290K. 

Submission Email:  Morgan - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

Nationally focused litigation practice seeking a Texas-licensed mid-level commercial litigation associate for its Houston office. Ideal candidate has 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably 3 to 7 years, strong credentials, and meaningful tenure at prior firms. Fully in-person role with compensation commensurate with experience and discretionary year-end bonuses.

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