Commercial Litigation Associate

Jobot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full suite of top tier benefits

Unique mentorship

Job summary

Jobot, a prestigious litigation firm in Austin, seeks a motivated Commercial Litigation Associate with at least 3 years of experience to join its expanding team. You will handle high-stakes commercial disputes, draft pleadings, and work with top attorneys.

The role offers permanent, full-time employment with opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and client development. Requires JD and bar license in Texas; strong research, writing, and courtroom skills are essential.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong experience in drafting motions and other court documents.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple cases from start to finish.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven track record representing clients in court and other dispute resolution proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of commercial litigation cases from inception to conclusion.
• Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other court documents.
• Conduct extensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
• Collaborate with the team to develop effective case strategies.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide updates on case developments.
• Contribute to business development through client pitches and presentations.
• Stay updated with current laws and trends that impact clients.

Skills

Legal research

Motions drafting

Case management

Courtroom experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client relationship building

Business development

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Westlaw/Lexis

Case management software

Job description

Prestigious Litigation Firm

Hosted by: Jeana Patel

Salary: $170,000 - $210,000 per year

A bit about us

Highly regarded and award winning full service litigation firm is seeking a commercial litigation attorney to join it's Austin office. This law firm boasts strong culture, sophisticated clients, and an opportunity to work with some of the best attorneys in the State!

Why join us

• Full suite of top tier benefits
• Unique mentorship

Job Details

Our law firm is seeking a motivated and experienced Commercial Litigation Associate to join our expanding team. As part of our dynamic team, you will be at the forefront of high-stakes commercial litigation cases, working directly with clients to resolve complex disputes. This is a full-time, permanent position where you will be working alongside some of the industry's most respected legal professionals, offering a unique opportunity for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of commercial litigation cases from inception through to conclusion.
• Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other court documents.
• Conduct extensive and detailed legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
• Collaborate with our team of attorneys to develop effective case strategies.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and advice on case developments.
• Contribute to business development activities, including client pitches and presentations.
• Stay updated with current laws, recent industry trends, and court decisions that may impact our clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong experience in drafting motions and other court documents.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple cases from start to finish.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven track record of representing clients in court and other dispute resolution proceedings.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong commitment to client service and demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism and composure.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex commercial litigation cases, with a team that is committed to excellence and client satisfaction. If you have a passion for litigation and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.

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