Commercial Litigation Associate (Austin)

Dykema; Austin (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dykema's Austin office seeks an associate with 2-6 years of commercial litigation experience to join our team. You will draft and argue motions, take and defend depositions, and help develop comprehensive case strategies while maintaining high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Admission to practice in Texas and authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship are required. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional written and oral advocacy, keen attention to detail, and

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong drafting and argument skills for motions and pleadings.
• Experience taking and defending depositions and developing case strategies.
• Texas bar admission and eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Draft and argue motions with persuasive, clear writing and advocacy.
• Take and defend depositions and manage discovery strategically.
• Develop comprehensive case strategies and trial readiness plans.
• Draft pleadings and other court filings meeting deadlines.
• Produce high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills

Motions drafting

Motions argument

Depositions

Case strategy

Pleadings drafting

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Texas Bar Admission

Job description

Dykema’s Austin office is seeking a highly motivated associate with 2-6 years of commercial litigation experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drafting and arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, and developing comprehensive case strategies. Proficiency in drafting various pleadings is essential. We are looking for candidates with exceptional written and oral advocacy skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines while thriving in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. Admission to practice in Texas is required.

Why Dykema?

• A clear, attainable path to partnership supported by transparent expectations
• Robust mentoring at every stage of your career
• Direct access to partners and clients, fostering meaningful professional growth
• Competitive and sustainable billing expectations
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities
• Structured professional development programs designed to accelerate your success
• A dynamic, inclusive culture where collaboration and innovation thrive