Construction Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Origination bonus 10%

Year-end bonus

Flexible office culture

Job summary

Jobot's Dallas litigation team seeks an attorney with 2–4 years of experience in commercial disputes. You will work closely with senior partners, handling discovery, depositions, and motions, with growing responsibility and autonomy as you prove yourself.

The role emphasizes quality advocacy, client communication, and collaborative growth in a professional, supportive environment with balanced, flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of litigation experience in commercial disputes.
• Strong writing and discovery skills.
• Ability to take depositions and draft dispositive motions.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with experienced partners on active caseloads in construction and general commercial disputes.
• Handle discovery, depositions, and motions with increasing responsibility.
• Communicate with clients and manage case progression.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve efficient, quality advocacy.

Skills

Litigation

Discovery

Depositions

Legal writing

Job description

Respected Dallas litigation firm with great mentorship, manageable hours, and real growth potential.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kris Leishman

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

The firm's partners have practiced together for more than 15 years and have built a collaborative, low-ego environment focused on quality advocacy and long-term client relationships. The culture is professional but relaxed - the team values balance, flexibility, and mutual respect over micromanagement or billable quotas.

Why join us

• 10% origination bonus (paid on collected invoices)
• Discretionary year-end bonus based on performance, teamwork, and overall contributions
• Flexible office culture with reasonable expectations and long-term stability

Job Details

• The incoming attorney will work directly alongside experienced partners on active caseloads involving construction and general commercial disputes. You’ll handle discovery, depositions, motions, and client communications, with increasing responsibility and autonomy as you grow into the role.
• 2-4 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense, construction defect, or related commercial litigation
• Strong writing and discovery skills
• Comfortable taking depositions and drafting dispositive motions
• Reliable, collaborative, and looking for a firm where they can stay and grow

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