Litigation Associate

Sullivan Law Offices; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $125,000–$170,000

Guaranteed 10% bonus

Discretionary incentive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with firm match

PTO 20 days + 12 holidays

Job summary

Sullivan Law Offices is a premier multi-practice firm serving private investors, family offices, and businesses in real estate, construction, estate planning, probate, and syndications. We handle sophisticated transactional work and high-stakes disputes in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Direct mentorship is available with Hunter Cox (Partner & Head of Litigation) and Brandon Schuelke (Senior Litigation Attorney), with a clear growth path and a guaranteed bonus.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school and Texas Bar admission.
• 1–4 years of experience as a litigation associate, preference for commercial litigation.
• Senior candidates (3–4 years) independently manage commercial lawsuits.
• Junior candidates (1–2 years) strong academic record and fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Support partners and senior associates in commercial litigation from start to finish.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Direct client, opposing counsel, and court communications.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Participate in case strategy discussions and settlements.
• Conduct legal research, factual investigations, and maintain case files.
• Maintain a billable target of 2,000 hours per year and work in Southlake office five days a week (occasional WFH allowed).

Skills

Oral communication

Negotiation

Legal writing

Independent working

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active Texas Bar admission

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, probate, 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: $125,000 – $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.