Associate Attorney

Elevate Staffing Solutions Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Staffing Solutions Inc. in Houston, TX, seeks an Associate or Senior Associate Attorney to join a defense litigation team in a hybrid role. You will handle a diverse and challenging caseload with meaningful courtroom exposure and mentorship from senior attorneys.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. and Texas license with 1-4+ years of civil litigation experience and strong writing and analytical skills. Independent caseload management is essential for success.

Qualifications

• J.D. and licensed to practice in Texas.
• 1-4+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently manage an active caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trial appearances.
• Prepare client reports and litigation strategies.
• Collaborate closely with experienced shareholders and litigation teams.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Time management

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. (Texas licensed)

Job description

Litigation Attorney (Associate / Senior Associate) | Hybrid | Houston, TX

Ready to take your litigation career to the next level? Join a highly respected defense litigation firm where you'll gain meaningful courtroom experience, work alongside accomplished trial attorneys, and handle sophisticated, high-exposure cases with excellent support and long-term growth opportunities.

About the Opportunity

An established litigation firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate Attorney with 1-4+ years of litigation experience to join its Houston office. This hybrid opportunity offers immediate responsibility, a collaborative team environment, and the chance to work on a diverse and challenging caseload.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury Defense
• General Liability
• Trucking & Transportation
• Products Liability
• Construction Litigation

What You'll Do

• Manage cases from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trial appearances
• Prepare client reports and litigation strategies
• Collaborate closely with experienced shareholders and litigation teams

What We're Looking For

• J.D. and licensed to practice in Texas
• 1-4+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Ability to independently manage an active caseload
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills

Why Consider This Role?

• Hybrid work flexibility
• High-quality litigation and trial experience
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Collaborative culture with mentorship and career growth
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile matters