Litigation Associate – Complex Commercial Matters
Houston, TX | Dallas, TX | Austin, TX (Hybrid or Remote Flexibility)
Compensation Range: $165,000 – $275,000 (commensurate with experience)
A nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join one of its Texas offices. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney to handle high-impact work within a collaborative, well-resourced litigation team.
The role offers flexibility to focus on one or more of the following areas—depending on your background and interests—with the chance to gain early case ownership, trial exposure, and client-facing experience:
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate
- Cyber/Data Security
- Employment Law
- Premises Liability
- Professional Liability
- Construction
- Insurance Coverage and Bad faith
- Healthcare
- Transportation
- General Liability Defense
Positions are available in the firm’s Delaware office, with flexible hybrid or fully remote options (in-office presence required only for hearings, depositions, or trial).
Key Responsibilities
Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop case strategy and provide timely updates
Draft persuasive legal briefs, pleadings, and dispositive motions
Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed
Build client relationships while contributing to the firm’s collaborative and supportive culture
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Licensed and admitted to practice in Delaware (or pending admission)
2+ civil litigation experience in one or more of the areas listed above
Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Trial experience is a plus but not required
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary ranging from up to $275,000 , commensurate with experience
Annual bonus eligibility
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Student loan repayment assistance
401(k) with firm contribution
Generous PTO and parental leave
Long-term career development opportunities with mentorship and training programs
