Commercial Litigation Attorney

The firm represents businesses across a wide range of industries in high-stakes commercial litigation, complex transactions, and regulatory matters, and its lawyers are regularly recognized by respected peer-review and industry ranking publications. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

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Salary: $160,000 - $220,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-regarded boutique law firm with a national footprint and a flagship office in downtown Dallas. The firm's attorneys were trained at some of the country's largest firms and bring that big-firm caliber to a leaner, more collaborative platform. The firm represents businesses across a wide range of industries in high-stakes commercial litigation, complex transactions, and regulatory matters, and its lawyers are regularly recognized by respected peer-review and industry ranking publications. Associates work directly with partners on meaningful matters from day one, without the layers and bureaucracy of a large firm.

Why join us?

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus bonus opportunity.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off and paid firm holidays.
Life and disability insurance.
Bar dues and CLE expenses covered.
Direct partner mentorship and early, meaningful client and courtroom experience.
Collaborative boutique culture with the sophistication of big-firm work.
Modern office in downtown Dallas

Job Details

A respected boutique firm is seeking a commercial litigation associate with 4+ years of experience to join its Dallas office. This is an opportunity to take on substantive responsibility in complex business disputes while working closely with experienced partners who came up through top national firms.

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of commercial litigation, from pre-suit investigation and pleadings through discovery, dispositive motions, trial, and appeal.
Handle a variety of business disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, partnership and shareholder disputes, construction, and other complex commercial matters.
Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other court filings in state and federal court, as well as in arbitration.
Take and defend depositions, manage document discovery, and work with experts.
Communicate directly with clients and contribute to case strategy alongside partners.

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
Active license to practice law in Texas (or eligibility for prompt admission).
4+ years of commercial litigation experience, ideally with a large or well-regarded litigation firm.
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
Hands-on experience with depositions, motion practice, and discovery; trial or arbitration experience is a plus.
Ability to manage matters independently in a lean, collaborative team environment.

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