Top 25 Senior litigation counsel Jobs in Houston Tx

Sr Counsel - Litigation
Energy Transfer Partners —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Training & development
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- Profit sharing
- Paid time off
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Senior Litigation Attorney
John K. Zaid & Associates —Houston, TX
- From $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Legal Counsel
Robert Half —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $250,000 a year
- 7 years
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Counsel
Korn Ferry International —Houston, TX
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Commercial
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Senior Counsel, Compliance & Data Privacy
CORE LABORATORIES LP —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
Senior Legal Counsel
XRI Water —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Senior level
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Litigation Counsel - Employment and Commercial Litigation
HP —Spring, TX
- $165,450 - $259,750 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Office
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Senior Counsel
AUC Group LLC —Houston, TX
- Online Application
- 6 years
- English
- Business development experience
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Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney
Orion Placement —Houston, TX
- $160,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Team management
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Senior Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Orion Placement —Houston, TX
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Senior level
- Associate's degree
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Litigation Paralegal
SR Staffing —Houston, TX
- $50,000 - $75,000 a year
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- 2 years
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Senior Legal Counsel - Projects
TotalEnergies —Houston, TX
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Project management
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Associate Senior Counsel
The Travelers Companies, Inc. —Houston, TX
- $120,400 - $198,700 a year
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Children
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Counsel Sr
Occidental Petroleum Corporation —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Commercial
Senior Litigation Attorney (multiple Houston locations)
The Stano Law Firm —Houston, TX
- $200,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Travel
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Class Action Senior Associate or Counsel (Labor & Employment)
Duane Morris —Houston, TX
- 7 years
- Senior level
Senior Paralegal, In-House Coverage Litigation Firm
The Travelers Companies, Inc. —Houston, TX
- $77,600 - $128,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Office
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Senior Paralegal, Litigation & Employment Legal Team
Corebridge —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Research
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Senior Litigation Legal Secretary
Donato Brown Pool & Moehlmann —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Editing
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Sr Counsel - Litigation
Energy Transfer Partners —Houston, TX
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, preferably at least Texas.
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Senior Litigation Attorney
John K. Zaid & Associates —Houston, TX
They will need to interact directly with clients and prosecute own cases and those provided by the Firm and its partners. Bilingual not required, but a plus.
From $200,000 a year
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Cardinal Health —Dublin, OH
Oversee and support litigation matters and portfolios, proactively identifying risks, shaping strategy and driving efficient, business-aligned outcomes.
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Samsara —Columbus, OH
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Sr Counsel - Litigation

Energy Transfer Partners -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid time off
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Safety regulations
Environmental compliance
Personal injury law
Doctor of Law (JD)
Insurance claims litigation
Environmental regulatory compliance
General & commercial litigation
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Full Job Description

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Position Overview

The Senior Counsel, Litigation serves as the company’s lead attorney for all litigation and dispute‑related matters across the company’s asset portfolio. This role provides strategic legal guidance to protect the company’s interests in complex commercial disputes, operational incidents, environmental claims, land and ROW conflicts, construction matters, and regulatory enforcement actions. The Senior Counsel partners closely with Operations, Commercial, Land, EH&S, Engineering, and Executive Leadership to proactively manage risk, resolve disputes efficiently, and ensure compliance with federal and state laws governing midstream operations.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Strategy & Case Management

Lead all aspects of litigation, arbitration, and administrative proceedings involving the company, including case assessment, strategy development, budgeting, and oversight of outside counsel.
Manage a diverse docket including commercial disputes, construction claims, environmental enforcement, personal injury, property damage, ROW and eminent domain matters, and regulatory challenges.
Direct discovery strategy, including document preservation, e‑discovery, witness preparation, and expert engagement.
Evaluate settlement opportunities and negotiate resolutions that protect the company’s financial and operational interests.

Operational & Regulatory Support

Advise Operations, EH&S, and Engineering on incident response, spill events, pipeline integrity matters, and regulatory investigations.
Support internal investigations related to operational events, safety issues, or compliance concerns.
Interface with federal and state agencies (e.g., PHMSA, FERC, EPA, state environmental agencies) on enforcement actions, notices of violation, and compliance matters.
Provide legal guidance on pipeline safety regulations, environmental statutes, and operational risk mitigation.

Commercial & Contractual Disputes

Advise Commercial teams on contract interpretation, performance disputes, indemnity issues, and risk allocation.
Support resolution of disputes involving shippers, suppliers, contractors, and JV partners.
Draft and negotiate settlement agreements, tolling agreements, and dispute‑related contract amendments.

Risk Management & Governance

Develop and implement litigation management processes, reporting, and metrics for executive leadership.
Provide training to internal teams on litigation readiness, document retention, and risk mitigation.
Advise on insurance coverage, claims strategy, and coordination with insurers.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, preferably at least Texas.
6+ years of litigation experience, preferably with a mix of law firm and in‑house roles.
Strong background in energy, midstream, oil & gas, or heavy industrial litigation.
Demonstrated experience managing complex, high‑value litigation and arbitration matters.
Familiarity with pipeline safety regulations, environmental statutes, and commercial contracts common in midstream operations.
Excellent judgment, negotiation skills, and ability to influence senior leaders.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, operationally driven environment with competing priorities.

Preferred Experience

Prior in‑house experience in oil and gas cases including (upstream, midstream, and downstream, complex commercial litigation, mediation and arbitration matters, managing all phases.
Experience with PHMSA, FERC, EPA, and state environmental agencies.
Experience in complex commercial litigation and intellectual property litigation
Experience managing outside counsel and litigation budgets.

Competencies

Strategic legal thinking with strong business acumen
Exceptional communication and executive‑level presence
Risk‑based decision‑making
Crisis management and calm under pressure
Collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach
Strong negotiation and conflict‑resolution skills

"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. "

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