Litigation Associate

Nelson Mullins; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 195,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive base salary

Occasional travel

Job summary

Nelson Mullins in Houston is seeking a talented 2-3 year Associate Attorney to join our office. You will work directly with experienced Partners on a wide range of commercial litigation and regulatory matters, including manufacturer-dealer relationships and franchise law.

The role offers substantial client exposure, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to develop a nationally recognized practice while collaborating across multiple offices.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Commercial Litigation experience required.
• Exposure to regulatory compliance, administrative law, dealership/franchise/distribution law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and client communications.
• Assist with discovery, depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and trial preparation.
• Advise land distributors and manufacturers on regulatory compliance matters.
• Counsel clients regarding dealer and franchise relationships.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices on sophisticated litigation and counseling matters.
• Develop direct relationships with national clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Overview

Nelson Mullins is seeking a talented 2-3 year Associate Attorney to join our Houston office. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a highly regarded team representing leading automobile, powersports, and boat manufacturers among others, in complex litigation, regulatory compliance, and dealership-related matters across the United States.

The Associate will work directly with experienced Partners and clients on a wide range of commercial litigation and regulatory matters involving manufacturer-dealer relationships, franchise and distribution issues, business disputes, compliance counseling, and strategic risk management. This role offers substantial client exposure, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to develop a nationally recognized practice.

A Day in the Life

• Manage and support commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and client communications
• Assist with discovery, depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and trial preparation
• Advise land distributors and manufacturers on regulatory compliance matters
• Counsel clients regarding dealer and franchise relationships
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices on sophisticated litigation and counseling matters
• Develop direct relationships with national clients

All applicants are asked to submit a resume, cover letter, and a copy of their law school transcript.

This position includes occasional travel to support client matters and team initiatives.

We Know You

• 2-3 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting
• Commercial Litigation experience required
• Exposure to regulatory compliance, administrative law, dealership law, franchise law, or distribution law is a plus
• Excellent legal research, writing and analytical skills
• Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Licensed and in good standing in Texas. Nelson Mullins offers a competitive compensation package. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $195,000 to $205,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic market considerations. Associates are also eligible for a comprehensive benefits package and may be eligible for performance-based bonus opportunities.

Who We Are

With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.