Associate Attorney

Nowak & Stauch, PLLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nowak & Stauch, PLLC in Dallas, Texas is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of litigation experience. This role emphasizes commercial, construction, and real estate litigation with a strong emphasis on defense work. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage cases independently, and seek meaningful litigation experience. Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills are required. We offer a collaborative setting focused on autonomy and practical experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience required.
• Experience in commercial litigation, construction litigation, and/or real estate litigation strongly preferred.
• Licensed and in good standing with the applicable state bar.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from pre-suit through trial preparation and resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses.
• Manage depositions, hearings, mediations, and client communications.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Oral advocacy skills

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Nowak & Stauch, PLLC, represents businesses in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and throughout North Texas in a broad spectrum of commercial disputes. We concentrate much of our practice on construction, real estate and nonsubscriber liability claims. In addition, we represent clients in commercial collections, insurance defense, commercial trucking, oil and gas litigation and employment litigation.

Our lawyers have extensive experience and are able to quickly assess the issues presented in a given case. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators and trial-tested litigators, and have achieved exceptional outcomes for our clients.

Nowak & Stauch is a litigation boutique with a robust practice in commercial, construction and real estate litigation, as well as professional and legal malpractice claims. We are always interested in meeting new talent, even if only to establish new relationships.

As a small firm, every team member plays a meaningful role. Unlike larger firms where responsibilities are heavily compartmentalized, our attorneys are involved in the full lifecycle of each case. The environment is fast-paced, demanding, and highly productive—but collaborative and respectful.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking substantial hands‑on litigation experience, autonomy, and long‑term growth in a thriving practice.

Overview

Associate Attorney (3–5 Years Experience)

Commercial Litigation | Construction | Real Estate Litigation

Our growing boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of litigation experience to join our team. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys managing cases independently, and is looking for meaningful hands‑on litigation experience in a collaborative small‑firm setting.

About the Role

This position focuses primarily on commercial litigation, construction litigation, and real estate‑related disputes, with a strong emphasis on defense work for home builder clients.

The ideal candidate is confident handling litigation matters from inception through resolution with minimal supervision. This is not a role requiring business development or an existing book of business—we are looking for a strong practitioner who can step in, take ownership of files, and contribute immediately.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from pre-suit through trial preparation and resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal correspondence
• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses
• Manage depositions, hearings, mediations, and client communications
• Coordinate with paralegals and support staff throughout the lifecycle of each matter
• Develop and execute litigation strategy with partner oversight as needed
• Represent clients in commercial, construction, and real estate disputes

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3–5 years of litigation experience required
• Experience in commercial litigation, construction litigation, and/or real estate litigation strongly preferred
• Ability to independently manage files with confidence and sound judgment
• Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast‑moving legal environment
• Self‑starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Licensed and in good standing with the applicable state bar

What This Role Is / Is Not

This role IS for someone who:

• Wants substantive litigation experience and autonomy
• Enjoys handling cases from start to finish
• Thrives in a busy, highly engaged legal environment
• Prefers a close‑knit team over a large, compartmentalized firm structure

This role is NOT ideal for someone who:

• Comes from a purely transactional practice (estate planning, closings, document‑heavy advisory work)
• Prefers highly structured environments with narrowly defined responsibilities
• Requires significant day‑to‑day handholding or oversight