Houston Commercial Litigation Associate — Hands-On Role

Orion Placement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement in Houston, TX is seeking a litigation attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience to handle complex commercial matters from case development through resolution.

You will draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda, conduct legal research, and participate in hearings, negotiations, and client strategy. This in-office role emphasizes collaboration and professional growth within a close-knit team.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing skills and writing samples.
• Experience drafting briefs, motions, pleadings, written discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Some hearing and court experience.
• Strong academic record, particularly for attorneys earlier in their careers.
• Excellent judgment, communication skills, organization, and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented approach with strong initiative and professional integrity.
• Candidates with substantially more experience may be considered for senior associate or of counsel opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters from case development through resolution.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, written discovery, and client communications.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and other authorities.
• Participate in hearings, court proceedings, arbitration, negotiations, depositions, and other litigation activities.
• Advise clients on legal rights, obligations, risks, and practical strategies.
• Work closely with attorneys and staff to develop case strategy and deliver high-quality client service.
• Manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other legal professionals.
• Take increasing ownership of matters while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Initiative and integrity

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Orion Placement in Houston, TX is seeking a litigation attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience to handle complex commercial matters from case development through resolution.

You will draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda, conduct legal research, and participate in hearings, negotiations, and client strategy. This in-office role emphasizes collaboration and professional growth within a close-knit team.