Commercial Litigation Associate

Partners Legal Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Am Law 100 client seeks a Complex Commercial Litigation Associate to join its distinguished litigation practice in Dallas or Charlotte. The role offers sophisticated commercial disputes and high levels of responsibility early in your career, with meaningful client interaction and substantial courtroom exposure.

You will work closely with seasoned litigators on all phases of complex matters, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery, preparing for depositions and trials, and

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school required.
• 3–5 years of complex commercial or business litigation experience.
• Strong experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience managing case files and litigation strategy.
• Deposition and trial preparation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial litigation matters from case inception through resolution
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses
• Conducting legal research and preparing strategic analyses
• Managing written discovery and document review
• Taking and defending depositions
• Assisting with hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation
• Collaborating with clients and litigation teams to develop effective case strategies

Skills

Advocacy skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Our Am Law 100 client is seeking a Complex Commercial Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded litigation practice. Opportunities are available in Dallas and Charlotte for attorneys who enjoy handling sophisticated commercial disputes and taking on significant responsibility early in their careers.

The practice represents businesses across a wide range of industries in high-stakes litigation, providing associates with meaningful client interaction and substantial courtroom exposure.

Role Overview

The associate will assist in all phases of complex commercial litigation while working closely with experienced litigators on sophisticated matters.

Responsibilities may include:

• Managing commercial litigation matters from case inception through resolution
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses
• Conducting legal research and preparing strategic analyses
• Managing written discovery and document review
• Taking and defending depositions
• Assisting with hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation
• Collaborating with clients and litigation teams to develop effective case strategies

This position offers significant hands-on experience with complex litigation while providing strong mentorship and professional development.

Candidate Profile

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• 3-5 years of complex commercial or business litigation experience
• Strong experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience managing case files and litigation strategy
• Deposition and trial preparation experience preferred
• Strong advocacy and communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced practice

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected Am Law 100 commercial litigation practice
• Handle sophisticated business disputes for leading clients
• Gain meaningful courtroom experience and direct client exposure
• Work closely with experienced trial attorneys who are committed to mentorship
• Collaborative environment with outstanding long-term career growth
• Excellent platform to build a highly sophisticated commercial litigation practice