Junior Commercial Litigation Associate

Jobot; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Dallas seeks a junior attorney to build a long-term career in commercial litigation within a premier trial practice. The role offers exposure to sophisticated disputes and collaboration with accomplished trial lawyers.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of commercial litigation experience from a well-regarded firm, a top-tier law school background, and strong writing and research skills. Texas Bar admission is required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in commercial litigation
• Graduate of a top-tier law school
• Strong academic credentials
• Experience at a highly regarded law firm preferred
• Excellent legal research, writing and analytical skills
• Experience with complex commercial disputes, business litigation or related matters
• Texas Bar admission in good standing
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior attorneys and partners on complex matters
• Take on increasing responsibility as experience develops
• This is not a role for basic research and document review; demonstrate intellectual curiosity and development into a strong commercial litigator

Skills

1-2 years of commercial litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Education

Top-tier law school graduate

Texas Bar admission in good standing

Job description

Job details

high-achieving junior attorney who wants to build a long-term career in commercial litigation with a premier Dallas trial practice

Salary: $160,000 - $210,000 per year

A highly respected Dallas litigation boutique is seeking a 1-2 year Commercial Litigation Associate to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney who wants to work alongside accomplished trial lawyers and gain meaningful experience on sophisticated, high-stakes commercial disputes.

The firm has a strong reputation for handling complex litigation and is known for its trial-focused approach, sophisticated client base, and commitment to developing attorneys into exceptional advocates.

Why join us

• Work alongside highly regarded trial attorneys
• Exposure to sophisticated commercial disputes and complex litigation
• Meaningful responsibility early in your career
• Strong platform for developing courtroom and advocacy skills
• Collaborative, high-performing environment
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced partners
• Competitive compensation and benefits

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of commercial litigation experience from a well-regarded law firm and a strong academic background. This attorney will work closely with senior attorneys and partners on complex matters while taking on increasing responsibility as their experience develops.

This is not a role where junior associates are expected to simply handle research and document review. The firm is looking for attorneys who are intellectually curious, motivated, and interested in developing into strong commercial litigators.

Ideal Candidate

• 1-2 years of experience practicing commercial litigation
• Graduate of a top-tier law school
• Strong academic credentials
• Experience at a highly regarded law firm preferred
• Excellent legal research, writing and analytical skills
• Experience with complex commercial disputes, business litigation or related matters
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments
• Texas Bar admission in good standing
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus, but not required

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.