Attorney - Litigation 69331

R.L. Barclay & Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Houston-area law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join their team, handling complex cases from strategy through trial with direct client interaction.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, active Texas State Bar license, and 10+ years of defense litigation experience, plus strong research, writing, and analytical skills. The firm offers meaningful responsibility in a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth.

Reference job ID #69331.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school (top 10% preferred).
• Active license and good standing with the Texas State Bar.
• Minimum of 10 years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience in general civil litigation, complex litigation, insurance defense, product liability, or appellate law.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of federal and state court procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload independently through all phases of litigation, from inception to trial or settlement.
• Develop case strategies and provide thoughtful legal analysis and recommendations.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Prepare witnesses and organize trial exhibits.
• Communicate effectively with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Ensure compliance with court rules, scheduling orders, and critical deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) - top 10% preferred

Job description

Our client, a reputable and growing Houston-area law firm, has a great opportunity available for an experienced Litigation Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to take on meaningful responsibility and play a key role in all phases of complex litigation, from initial case strategy through trial and resolution.

Position Overview

The ideal candidate is a skilled litigator with a strong defense background who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role offers significant hands-on experience, including direct client interaction, courtroom exposure, and the ability to manage cases independently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school (top 10% preferred)
• Active license and good standing with the Texas State Bar
• Minimum of 10 years of defense litigation experience
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • General civil litigation
  • Complex litigation
  • Insurance defense
  • Product liability
  • Appellate law
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
• Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of federal and state court procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload independently through all phases of litigation, from inception to trial or settlement
• Develop case strategies and provide thoughtful legal analysis and recommendations
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Prepare witnesses and organize trial exhibits
• Communicate effectively with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Ensure compliance with court rules, scheduling orders, and critical deadlines

Please reference job ID #69331.