Commercial Litigation Associate

Advocates Legal Recruiting; Georgia; On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates Legal Recruiting in Houston seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate for a top AmLaw 100 firm. You will handle high-stakes disputes and gain meaningful courtroom exposure with mentorship from seasoned first-chair trial lawyers, while collaborating on national matters.

Applicants should have 3–5 years of experience at a top 100 firm, strong academic credentials, and Texas Bar admission. This role offers growth within a trial-focused platform and cross-office opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of commercial litigation experience at a top 100 firm.
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and client-facing skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Texas Bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex financial, transactional, and business disputes.
• Participate in national matters with cross-office collaboration.
• Gain courtroom exposure and mentorship from seasoned trial lawyers.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Analytical skills

Client-facing skills

Education

Texas Bar

Top law school credentials

Job description

Houston, United States

Commercial Litigation Associate - Houston

Overview

A top AmLaw 100 firm seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate for its Houston office. The firm's litigation practice includes more than 250 lawyers who handle high-stakes commercial disputes across industries and jurisdictions.

Role Summary

You'll join a nationally recognized team representing clients in complex financial, transactional, and business disputes. Associates gain meaningful courtroom exposure, mentorship from seasoned first-chair trial lawyers, and cross-office collaboration on national matters.

Candidate Profile

3-5 years of commercial litigation experience at a top 100 firm

Exceptional writing, analytical, and client-facing skills

Strong academic credentials

Texas Bar required

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to grow within a deep, trial-focused practice that handles sophisticated commercial matters for major corporations. The platform supports long-term career development through mentorship, national integration, and client contact early in your career.

Confidential Inquiry

Qualified associates are invited to connect confidentially for further details.