Business Litigation Attorney

Orionplacement; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a senior-level litigation attorney in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This role involves managing complex business disputes, drafting dispositive motions, and appearing in court. With a supportive environment valuing autonomy and trial excellence, you will influence case outcomes while mentoring junior attorneys.

Candidates must possess a Texas Bar license and at least 5 years of commercial litigation experience. The compensation ranges from $175,000.00 to $190,000.00 per year, with additional discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant commercial or business litigation experience.
• Ability to manage cases independently.
• First-chair trial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex business litigation matters.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions.
• Appear in court for hearings and trials.
• Develop litigation strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Mentor junior attorneys.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience

Strong motion practice

Courtroom presence

Trial experience

Education

Active Texas Bar license

Job description

Pay: $175,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a senior-level litigation role handling sophisticated, high-stakes business disputes
• Work with seasoned trial lawyers who value strategy, judgment, and courtroom excellence
• Meaningful autonomy with real influence over case direction and outcomes
• Discretionary bonuses and upside tied to performance and firm success
• Long-term growth with a firm intentionally positioned for expansion across Texas

Location: Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. This role offers a flexible, remote-capable structure with the expectation that you are based in the DFW metro area and available for in-person court appearances and key proceedings.

Note: This role requires a Texas Bar license and substantial commercial litigation experience; candidates must be locally based in the DFW metro area for court availability.

About Us

We are a trial-focused business law firm known for delivering customized legal strategies to clients at every stage of the dispute process. Our lawyers bring decades of combined experience in complex commercial and business litigation, and we pride ourselves on blending big-firm trial sophistication with a highly responsive, client-centered approach. We thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes matters where strong advocacy and smart negotiation make the difference. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead and manage complex business and commercial litigation matters from strategy through resolution
• Draft and argue dispositive motions, manage discovery, and oversee depositions
• Appear in court for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Develop litigation strategies aligned with client business objectives
• Collaborate closely with partners and support staff while mentoring junior attorneys as needed
• Serve as first or second chair in trial, depending on experience and matter needs

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing
• 5+ years of directly relevant commercial or business litigation experience
• Strong motion practice, discovery management, and courtroom presence
• First-chair trial experience strongly preferred
• Ability to manage cases independently with minimal oversight

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a firm that genuinely values trial skills, strategic thinking, and professional maturity. Our culture is collaborative, respectful, and results-driven, with leadership that trusts experienced attorneys to do their best work. You will have room to grow, influence firm direction, and build a long-term litigation practice without unnecessary bureaucracy.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance