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Commercial Litigation Attorney (Associate / Senior Associate) – Houston, TX

Silicon Valley Recruiting LLC14 open roles

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$200,000 – $350,000 a year
Where
Houston, Texas, United States
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Commercial Litigation Associate / Senior Commercial Litigation Associate

Location: Houston, TX Work Arrangement: Full-Time | Onsite, Monday–Friday Positions Available: 2 – Associate and Senior Associate

Salary Range: $200,000-$350,000

Position Overview

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded Houston-based law firm, is seeking two experienced Commercial Litigation Attorneys to join its growing litigation practice. Opportunities are available at both the Associate and Senior Associate levels.

This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys who enjoy sophisticated commercial litigation, substantive courtroom experience, and managing challenging matters in a collaborative, fast-paced legal environment.

The ideal candidates will have strong litigation backgrounds, excellent legal research and writing skills, and demonstrated experience handling complex commercial disputes in state and federal courts.

The firm is particularly interested in attorneys who can independently manage litigation matters, develop effective case strategies, and confidently represent clients throughout all stages of litigation.

Positions Available

Commercial Litigation Associate – 4–7 Years of Experience

The Associate will handle substantive commercial litigation matters, including legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, preparing for depositions, and participating in hearings, mediations, and trials.

Candidates should have meaningful hands-on litigation experience and the ability to manage assigned matters with increasing independence.

Senior Commercial Litigation Associate – 7+ Years of Experience

The Senior Associate will take a leadership role in managing complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.

Candidates must demonstrate substantial courtroom experience, including first-chair trial experience, the ability to independently develop and execute litigation strategies, and experience leading depositions, evidentiary hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage complex commercial litigation matters from initial case evaluation through discovery, motion practice, mediation, trial, and resolution.
  • Conduct sophisticated legal research and prepare persuasive briefs, pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
  • Draft and argue motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, motions to compel, and other substantive and procedural motions.
  • Handle all phases of discovery, including written discovery, document production, discovery disputes, and deposition preparation.
  • Take and defend depositions of fact witnesses, corporate representatives, and expert witnesses.
  • Represent clients in state and federal courts, including hearings, evidentiary proceedings, and trials.
  • Prepare for and participate in Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) and Temporary Injunction hearings.
  • Participate in and, where appropriate, lead mediations, settlement negotiations, and administrative hearings.
  • Develop case strategies, evaluate litigation risks, and provide practical legal guidance to clients.
  • Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and sound legal judgment.
  • Collaborate with partners, associates, paralegals, and litigation support professionals to ensure effective case management.
  • Manage multiple deadlines and complex caseloads while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Qualifications

Required for Both Positions

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
  • Experience practicing commercial litigation at a regional, national, or well-respected local law firm.
  • Demonstrated experience handling complex commercial disputes.
  • Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, and oral advocacy skills.
  • Experience with pleadings, discovery, substantive motion practice, and depositions.
  • Familiarity with litigation procedures in both Texas state and federal courts.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex matters and competing deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Houston, TX.

Commercial Litigation Associate

  • 4–7 years of substantive commercial litigation experience.
  • Hands-on experience with discovery, motion practice, depositions, and litigation preparation.
  • Experience participating in hearings, mediations, and trials.
  • Ability to manage assigned litigation matters with appropriate supervision.

Senior Commercial Litigation Associate

  • Minimum of 7 years of substantive commercial litigation experience.
  • Significant courtroom and trial experience, including demonstrated first-chair trial responsibility.
  • Proven ability to independently manage complex litigation matters from inception through trial.
  • Experience leading evidentiary hearings, Temporary Restraining Order hearings, and Temporary Injunction proceedings.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently conduct and lead depositions and mediations.
  • Strong litigation strategy, case management, and client counseling capabilities.
  • Ability to handle high-stakes matters with minimal supervision.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a confident, resourceful, and highly motivated commercial litigator who thrives in a demanding but collaborative legal environment.

Candidates should demonstrate sound legal judgment, strong courtroom presence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to develop practical solutions to complex legal challenges.

For the Senior Associate position, the firm is particularly interested in attorneys who are comfortable taking ownership of significant litigation matters and serving as lead counsel in courtroom proceedings.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Join an established Houston law firm with a growing commercial litigation practice.
  • Work on sophisticated and challenging commercial disputes.
  • Gain meaningful courtroom and trial experience.
  • Handle substantive litigation responsibilities with opportunities for professional development.
  • Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a professional, team-oriented environment.
  • Opportunity for long-term career growth.

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