Civil Litigation Attorney for Rural Landowners

Braun & Gresham, PLLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Commission-based compensation

Firm-paid overhead

Job summary

Braun & Gresham, PLLC is seeking a civil litigation attorney with 7–10 years of experience to advocate for rural landowners across Texas. The role emphasizes protecting landowner rights, strategic case management, and independent work with mentorship as needed.

Ideal candidates will have strong research, drafting, and negotiation skills, and a client-focused, team-oriented mindset. Relocation assistance is not available. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of civil litigation experience with active courtroom experience.
• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Ability to handle matters independently with senior attorney support as needed.
• Strong written and oral advocacy, research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Client-focused, team-oriented, and able to manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent rural landowners in litigation across Texas.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.
• Manage case strategy and court appearances.
• Negotiate settlements and resolutions.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas.
• Communicate effectively with clients and staff.

Skills

Civil litigation

Courtroom experience

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Negotiation

Client communication

Case management

Education

Licensed to practice law in Texas

Job description

Location: Austin / Dripping Springs, TX (relocation assistance not available)

About the Role

At Braun & Gresham, we combine the traditional values of integrity, honesty, and hard work with innovative legal strategies. Our goal is to protect what matters most to our clients, their land and their legacy.

We are seeking a civil litigation attorney with 7–10 years of experience who is passionate about advocating for rural landowners. The successful candidate will use strong litigation skills to protect property rights and advance the interests of landowners throughout Texas. This role requires initiative, sound legal judgment, and the ability to manage cases from strategy through resolution.

What You'll Do

• Represent rural landowners in litigation matters across Texas
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery
• Manage case strategy and court appearances
• Negotiate settlements and resolutions
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas
• Communicate effectively and responsively with clients and internal staff

Who You Are

• 7-10 years of civil litigation experience, including active courtroom experience (hearings, trials, or contested proceedings)
• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Comfortable appearing in court and handling case matters independently, with support from senior attorneys as needed
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Strong research, drafting, and negotiation abilities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters effectively
• Team-oriented mindset with a client-focused approach
• Genuine interest in serving and protecting rural landowners
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Commission-based compensation structure, with firm-paid overhead
• 401(k)
• Collaborative, mentorship-driven culture with senior attorneys
• Meaningful work protecting Texas land and landowners

Inclusion and Belonging

Braun & Gresham values the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities each team member brings, and is committed to an equal-opportunity, inclusive hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll work with you to meet your needs.

No agencies or recruiters, please.