Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate Attorney
Location: Dallas, TX
Compensation: $365,000 $420,000 (DOE) + Performance-Based Bonus

Overview:
Our client, a leading law firm with a broad and innovative litigation practice, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Dallas litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in state and federal litigation and the ability to work across multiple practice areas in a fast-paced, high-caliber environment.

Practice Areas:
Our litigation group handles a wide spectrum of matters, including:

• Oil & Gas / Energy

• Fiduciary Litigation

• Employment Law

• Privacy and Data Security

• Antitrust

• Securities Litigation

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and draft motions, briefs, and other pleadings for state and federal court matters.

• Participate in all aspects of discovery, including written discovery, depositions, and document review.

• Assist with case and client management, ensuring responsive, high-quality service.

• Contribute to trial preparation, including drafting trial briefs, preparing witnesses, and developing case strategy.

• Engage in courtroom advocacy at hearings and, where applicable, trials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice in Texas or eligible for waiver
• Law school class years 2018-2020.

• District court or appellate court clerkship experience preferred but not required.

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

• Deposition, hearing, and trial experience are beneficial.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual salary: $365,000 $420,000 (commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Retirement benefits (401(k) or equivalent)

  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)

  • Parental leave

  • Basic life insurance

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Why Join:
This is an outstanding opportunity to work on cutting-edge, cross-functional litigation matters at a premier law firm, with the resources and mentorship to accelerate your career while maintaining substantive responsibility from day one.