Litigation Associate

Sullivan Law Offices, PLLC; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Guaranteed bonus

Discretionary incentive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Sullivan Law Offices in Southlake, TX, seeks a litigation associate with 1–4 years of experience. You will support partners across commercial litigation, manage cases from inception to conclusion, prepare for depositions and trials, and maintain a 2,000-hour annual billable target.

Compensation includes a base salary up to $170,000, a guaranteed 10% bonus on base, comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) match, and paid time off. Hybrid/work-from-home flexibility may be considered.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the State Bar of Texas
• 1–4 years of litigation experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Support partners and senior associates in all stages of commercial litigation from initial onset through post-trial.
• Courtroom & Advocacy: Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Client Interface: Directly communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Drafting: Author high-quality pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Strategy: Active participation in case strategy discussions and settlement negotiations.
• Core Skills: Conduct deep legal research, factual investigations, and maintain meticulous case files.
• Firm Expectations: Maintain a billable requirement of 2,000 hours per year. This role operates in our Southlake office 5 days a week (occasional work-from-home flexibility available upon approval).

Skills

Oral communication

Negotiation

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

About Sullivan Law Offices

Sullivan Law Offices is a premier multi-practice firm serving private investors, family offices, and businesses in real estate, construction, estate planning, and syndications. We tackle everything from sophisticated transactional work to complex, high-stakes disputes.We operate in a highly collaborative environment that values professionalism, sharp legal execution, and top-tier client service. If you are looking for a firm where you can gain broad exposure to diverse areas of law without getting lost in a large firm setting, you will thrive here.

Why Join Us?

• Direct Mentorship: You won't just be grinding out document review. You will work side-by-side with and be directly mentored by Hunter Cox (Partner & Head of Litigation) and Brandon Schuelke (Senior Litigation Attorney).
• Clear Path for Growth: We actively invest in training our associates to manage lawsuits from start to finish.
• Competitive Financial Upside: We reward hard work with a strong base salary and a transparent, guaranteed bonus structure.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $100,000 – $170,000 per year (commensurate with experience)
• Guaranteed Performance Bonus: Extra 10% of your base salary upon meeting the annual billable hour requirement.
• Additional Incentives: Eligible for discretionary incentive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
• Robust Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) with an excellent 5/4 firm match.
• Time Off: 20 days of PTO plus 12 paid holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Support partners and senior associates in all stages of commercial litigation from initial onset through post-trial.
• Courtroom & Advocacy: Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Client Interface: Directly communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Drafting: Author high-quality pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Strategy: Active participation in case strategy discussions and settlement negotiations.
• Core Skills: Conduct deep legal research, factual investigations, and maintain meticulous case files.
• Firm Expectations: Maintain a billable requirement of 2,000 hours per year. This role operates in our Southlake office 5 days a week (occasional work-from-home flexibility available upon approval).

Qualifications

• Credentials: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active admission to the State Bar of Texas.
• Experience: 1–4 years of experience as a litigation associate, with a preference for commercial litigation exposure.
• For Senior Candidates (3–4 years): Proven experience independently managing various aspects of a commercial lawsuit from inception to conclusion.
• For Junior Candidates (1–2 years): An exceptional academic record and strong fundamental skills.
• Skills: Excellent oral communication, negotiation, and legal writing skills. Ability to work independently while remaining a collaborative team player.
• Travel: Willingness to travel occasionally as required for case needs.