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Posted August 22, 2026

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement
Houston, TX, US Full Time
130000USD - 200000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $130,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Step into meaningful commercial litigation matters with immediate hands-on responsibility.
  • Work on complex disputes involving financial services, securities, energy, employment, trade secrets, real estate, and other sophisticated business matters.
  • Draft substantive briefs, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda while developing your litigation skills.
  • Gain direct exposure to hearings, court proceedings, arbitration, negotiations, and client strategy.
  • Join a collaborative, close-knit legal team where your ideas and contributions are valued.
  • Build a long-term career with opportunities for increased responsibility as your experience grows.

Location: Houston, TX — This is an in-office role designed around close collaboration and teamwork. Occasional work from home may be available on an as-needed basis.

Note: Candidates must have an active Texas Bar license and at least 3+ years of directly relevant civil litigation experience. Strong legal writing skills and writing samples are imperative.

About Us

We are a respected Texas-based litigation team handling sophisticated matters for businesses and individuals across a broad range of industries. Our attorneys combine deep legal experience with practical, business-minded advice, and we value strong writing, initiative, collaboration, and professional growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Handle complex commercial litigation matters from case development through resolution.
  • Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, written discovery, and client communications.
  • Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and other authorities.
  • Participate in hearings, court proceedings, arbitration, negotiations, depositions, and other litigation activities.
  • Advise clients on legal rights, obligations, risks, and practical strategies.
  • Work closely with attorneys and staff to develop case strategy and deliver high-quality client service.
  • Manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing priorities with strong attention to detail.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other legal professionals.
  • Take increasing ownership of matters while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Active Texas Bar license.
  • 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Experience drafting briefs, motions, pleadings, written discovery, and legal memoranda.
  • Some hearing and court experience.
  • Strong academic record, particularly for attorneys earlier in their careers.
  • Excellent judgment, communication skills, organization, and attention to detail.
  • Team-oriented approach with strong initiative and professional integrity.
  • Candidates with substantially more experience may be considered for senior associate or of counsel opportunities.

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Meaningful exposure to sophisticated litigation and high-impact legal matters.
  • A collaborative environment where attorneys work closely together rather than operating in silos.
  • Opportunities to sharpen your advocacy, writing, courtroom, negotiation, and client-management skills.
  • Direct involvement in challenging matters with room to take ownership and grow.
  • A team that values professionalism, initiative, strong legal work, and long-term development.

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Benefits:

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

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