Commercial Litigation Associate

Germer PLLC; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Germer PLLC seeks a Commercial Litigation Attorney in Beaumont or Houston, Texas, handling business disputes and construction-related litigation. You will manage active matters with direct client interaction and contribute to strategy and case development.

The role emphasizes independent management, strong writing and analytical skills, and collaboration within a growing practice; remote flexibility may be available to accommodate candidates in surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience, with focus on commercial or construction matters.
• Drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery.
• Strong writing, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage assignments independently and communicate with clients.

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial and business disputes through various phases of litigation in state and federal courts.
• Handling construction-related disputes involving contractors, developers, project owners, and related entities.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, written discovery, and other filings.
• Participating in depositions, hearings, mediations, and case strategy.
• Providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance to clients throughout litigation.
• Assisting with disputes involving contracts, development projects, and lending relationships.
• Collaborating with team members while maintaining ownership over assigned matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Commercial litigation

Construction litigation

Client communication

Legal drafting

Job description

Commercial Litigation Attorney | Beaumont, Texas or Houston, Texas

Germer PLLC is a well-established Texas firm with a strong reputation across litigation and business advisory matters. The firm represents a diverse client base across industries including construction, real estate development, banking, transportation, insurance, and commercial enterprises offering attorneys exposure to a wide range of sophisticated business disputes and litigation matters.

Position Overview

This role offers a blend of commercial litigation, construction litigation, and other business-related disputes within a collaborative and growing practice. Attorneys in this position will work on active litigation matters involving business owners, contractors, developers, lenders, and commercial clients across a variety of industries. The position provides substantial hands‑on responsibility, direct client interaction, and meaningful involvement throughout the litigation process. While some matters may involve real estate or development-related disputes, the primary focus of the role is commercial and construction-related litigation.

Responsibilities may include:

• Managing commercial and business disputes through various phases of litigation in state and federal courts
• Handling construction-related disputes involving contractors, developers, project owners, subcontractors, and related business entities
• Drafting pleadings, motions, written discovery, and other litigation-related filings
• Participating in depositions, hearings, mediations, and overall case strategy
• Working directly with clients to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance throughout the course of litigation
• Assisting with disputes involving contracts, development projects, lending relationships, and other commercial matters
• Collaborating with team members while maintaining appropriate ownership over assigned matters

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred, particularly in commercial litigation, business litigation, or construction litigation
• Experience handling core litigation responsibilities, including drafting motions, conducting discovery, taking depositions, and attending hearings
• Strong writing, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to independently manage assignments and communicate directly with clients
• Experience with construction-related or real estate-related disputes is a plus, but not required

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more. Remote work flexibility may be available and applicants located in the surrounding Houston/Beaumont area will be considered.