Commercial Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Frisco (TX); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and firm holidays

Life and disability insurance

Bar dues and CLE covered

Mentorship by partners

Downtown Dallas office

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney in Dallas, TX. The role requires 4+ years of experience and an active Texas license, with the opportunity to handle complex disputes under partner mentorship in a hybrid office setting.

Compensation ranges from $160,000 to $220,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package including health, 401(k), PTO, and bar dues coverage. The firm emphasizes a lean, collaborative culture with big-firm experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Texas (or eligibility for prompt admission).
• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience, ideally with a large or well-regarded litigation firm.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Hands-on experience with depositions, motion practice, and discovery; trial or arbitration experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage matters independently in a lean, collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of commercial litigation from pre-suit to appeal.
• Handle a variety of business disputes including breach of contract and corporate disputes.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and filings in state and federal court and arbitration.
• Take and defend depositions, manage document discovery, and work with experts.
• Communicate with clients and contribute to case strategy with partners.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Deposition experience

Motion practice

Discovery

Trial/arbitration exposure

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Commercial Litigation Attorney

$160000 - $220000 per year | Dallas, TX | Hybrid | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-regarded boutique law firm with a national footprint and a flagship office in downtown Dallas. The firm's attorneys were trained at some of the country's largest firms and bring that big-firm caliber to a leaner, more collaborative platform. The firm represents businesses across a wide range of industries in high-stakes commercial litigation, complex transactions, and regulatory matters, and its lawyers are regularly recognized by respected peer-review and industry ranking publications. Associates work directly with partners on meaningful matters from day one, without the layers and bureaucracy of a large firm.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid firm holidays.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Bar dues and CLE expenses covered.
• Direct partner mentorship and early, meaningful client and courtroom experience.
• Collaborative boutique culture with the sophistication of big-firm work.
• Modern office in downtown Dallas

Job Details

A respected boutique firm is seeking a commercial litigation associate with 4+ years of experience to join its Dallas office. This is an opportunity to take on substantive responsibility in complex business disputes while working closely with experienced partners who came up through top national firms.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of commercial litigation, from pre-suit investigation and pleadings through discovery, dispositive motions, trial, and appeal.
• Handle a variety of business disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, partnership and shareholder disputes, construction, and other complex commercial matters.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other court filings in state and federal court, as well as in arbitration.
• Take and defend depositions, manage document discovery, and work with experts.
• Communicate directly with clients and contribute to case strategy alongside partners.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active license to practice law in Texas (or eligibility for prompt admission).
• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience, ideally with a large or well-regarded litigation firm.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Hands-on experience with depositions, motion practice, and discovery; trial or arbitration experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage matters independently in a lean, collaborative team environment.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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