Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Orionplacement; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Bonus and profit-sharing opportunity

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a legal professional for a commercial litigation position in Houston, Texas. The role involves handling litigation matters in state and federal courts and requires an active Texas Bar license along with 2+ years of experience in commercial litigation.

This position offers a competitive salary, benefits including dental and vision insurance, and a hybrid schedule featuring one remote day per week. Join a respected firm that prioritizes attorney development and offers opportunities for meaningful client interaction.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Texas.
• 2+ years of commercial litigation experience required.
• Experience with banking or bankruptcy litigation is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial litigation matters in Texas state and federal courts.
• Manage litigation files from pleadings to trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal correspondence.
• Develop litigation strategy in collaboration with partners.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Analytical skills

Deadline management

Communication

Education

Active Texas Bar license

2+ years of commercial litigation experience

Job description

Pay

$140,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established Houston law firm with a strong reputation, long-term client relationships, and a stable attorney culture.
• Handle meaningful commercial litigation matters for sophisticated clients across industries such as banking, real estate, construction, oil and gas, insurance, and business services.
• Gain hands-on responsibility across the litigation lifecycle, including pleadings, discovery, motions, hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys who value professionalism, client service, and long-term career growth.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with one remote day per week, plus bonus and profit‑sharing opportunity.

Location

This position is based in Houston, Texas with a hybrid schedule that includes one remote day each week. You will work primarily in‑office with the flexibility to choose your remote day.

Note

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Texas and have 2+ years of commercial litigation experience. Experience with banking, creditor‑side disputes, or bankruptcy‑related litigation is a plus, but not required.

About Us

We are a respected full‑service Houston law firm with a long‑standing reputation for stability, professionalism, client service, and high‑quality legal work. Our attorneys represent individuals, families, estates, financial institutions, and businesses across a wide range of industries, including real estate, construction, oil and gas, banking, insurance, and general business matters. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle commercial litigation matters in Texas state and federal courts.
• Manage litigation files from the initial pleadings stage through discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, discovery responses, and legal correspondence.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and court conferences.
• Develop litigation strategy in collaboration with partners and senior attorneys.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members.
• Work on matters involving business disputes, financial institutions, creditor rights, bankruptcy‑adjacent issues, contracts, real estate, construction, oil and gas, and other commercial disputes.
• Support trial preparation and participate in courtroom advocacy as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license required.
• 2+ years of commercial litigation experience required.
• Experience handling a commercial litigation docket in state and federal court.
• Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, communicate professionally, and work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Banking, creditor‑side litigation, or bankruptcy experience is preferred, but not required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will join a stable, respected law firm with a long‑term approach to attorney development.
• You will work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters without getting lost in a massive firm environment.
• You will have meaningful client contact, strong mentorship, and opportunities to grow your courtroom and case management skills.
• You will be part of a professional, loyal, and collaborative team that values quality work and long‑term relationships.
• You will receive competitive compensation, bonus and profit‑sharing opportunity, benefits, and a hybrid schedule with one remote day per week.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance