Litigation Associate

Gamoran Legal Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognized law firm in Houston is seeking a Mid-Level Commercial Litigation Associate to join its Business Litigation Practice Group. The role involves handling a broad range of commercial litigation matters, drafting complex litigation documents, and managing case workflow. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of litigation experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and an ability to manage high-value disputes in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of general commercial litigation experience.
• Experience with arbitration proceedings in forums like JAMS or AAA.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage litigation documents including pleadings and motions.
• Handle hearings, depositions, and arbitration proceedings.
• Manage case workflow and litigation strategy.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Analytical skills

Case management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Position: Commercial Litigation Associate

Experience: 4–6 years

Location: Houston, TX

Employment: Full-time

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Business Litigation Associate to join its Business Litigation Practice Group in Houston. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on complex commercial litigation matters within a sophisticated and collaborative practice. The role offers meaningful responsibility, direct exposure to high-value disputes, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced litigators in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will handle a broad range of commercial litigation matters in both federal and state courts, as well as arbitration forums. You will be involved in all phases of litigation, including case strategy, motion practice, discovery, hearings, and depositions, with a particular focus on matters involving the energy construction, real estate, and/or banking industries.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage basic and complex litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Prepare answers, dispositive motions, and other routine and advanced filings
• Handle hearings, depositions, and arbitration proceedings (JAMS, AAA, etc.)
• Apply federal and state court procedural rules and practices
• Manage day-to-day case workflow and litigation strategy
• Support matters involving energy construction, real estate, and banking-related disputes

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of general commercial litigation experience
• Significant case management experience
• Experience with arbitration proceedings (JAMS, AAA, or similar forums)
• Excellent academic and professional credentials
• Superior legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong communication and client-facing abilities
• Judicial clerkship experience preferred, but not required

How to Apply

Submit your résumé and cover letter through our online portal. Seniority level: Associate. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Legal. Industries: Staffing and Recruiting.