Houston Commercial Litigation Associate Mid-Level Growth

Orion Placement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a mid-level attorney for a respected litigation team in Houston, focusing on sophisticated commercial disputes. Join a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you’ll handle substantive research, draft pleadings, and contribute to trial preparation.

Candidates must be licensed in Texas with at least two years of litigation experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage matters independently while working with partners.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and active Texas Bar admission.
• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, factual analysis, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Meaningful tenure and demonstrated stability at prior law firms.
• Strong law school credentials.
• Mock trial or moot court experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle substantive legal research and analysis in support of complex commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Analyze facts, legal issues, and case strategy with a high level of attention to detail.
• Support attorneys through all stages of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate research and document review projects with team leads and colleagues.
• Manage assignments independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support teams.
• Communicate clearly, respond promptly, and maintain strong organization in a fast-paced practice.
• Contribute thoughtful analysis and practical solutions to challenging legal issues.

Skills

Juris Doctor

Texas Bar

Litigation experience

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Factual Analysis

Communication Skills

Independent & Collaborative

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Tenure & Stability

Law School Credentials

Mock/Moot Court

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking a mid-level attorney for a respected litigation team in Houston, focusing on sophisticated commercial disputes. Join a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you’ll handle substantive research, draft pleadings, and contribute to trial preparation.

Candidates must be licensed in Texas with at least two years of litigation experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage matters independently while working with partners.