Job opening · Ref VPO-0326
Senior Litigation Associate, Dallas · Leading Global Litigation Firm
Senior commercial litigation position at a global law firm with deep experience handling complex disputes for institutional and corporate clients across multiple industries. This is a substantive role managing sophisticated matters from case opening through trial, with real client responsibility and mentoring opportunities.
The work:
- Manage commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts through all case phases
- Draft and argue motions on substantive issues (motions to dismiss, summary judgment, evidentiary motions)
- Conduct depositions of fact witnesses and experts
- Develop and execute discovery strategy, including document review coordination
- Prepare witnesses and develop trial strategy
- Advise clients on litigation exposure and business implications
- Oversee junior attorneys on assigned matters
What they're looking for:
- 4-7 years of commercial litigation experience at a comparable firm
- Texas Bar admission or eligibility for prompt admission
- Demonstrated experience with commercial disputes (contract disputes, business torts, partnership and shareholder disputes, fiduciary duty claims)
- Strong motion drafting and courtroom advocacy skills
- Track record managing multiple matters simultaneously
- Prior DOJ experience valued
- Strong academic credentials from law school
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