Litigation Attorney (Partner)

Oliva Gibbs; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Team-based bonus system

Options for hybrid/remote work

Job summary

Oliva Gibbs is a leading law firm in Dallas, Texas, looking for an experienced Oil & Gas Litigation Attorney to become a Partner in its Houston office. This role entails leading the firm's energy litigation practice, managing complex disputes, and utilizing a portable book of business to expand existing client services.

Qualified candidates should have partner-level experience and a strong professional network in the Texas energy markets. The position offers competitive salary, excellent benefits including healthcare, and options for hybrid or remote work.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success handling complex commercial and industry-specific disputes.
• Portable book of business consistent with a lateral partner role.
• Leadership and mentoring capability.

Responsibilities

• Help lead and grow an energy and oil & gas litigation practice in Houston.
• Manage and originate complex disputes involving energy companies and industry stakeholders.
• Leverage a portable book of business while expanding services within the firm’s existing client base.

Skills

Partner-level litigation experience

Strong professional network in the Houston and Texas energy markets

Collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Job description

Oliva Gibbs is a leading law firm specializing in oil and gas litigation. We are seeking an experienced Oil & Gas Litigation Attorney to join our Houston office as a Partner, supporting the firm’s continued investment in expanding its energy and oil & gas litigation practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Help lead and grow an energy and oil & gas litigation practice in Houston
• Manage and originate complex disputes involving energy companies and industry stakeholders
• Leverage a portable book of business while expanding services within the firm’s existing client base
• Serve as a trusted advisor and subject‑matter expert for energy and oil & gas clients
• Collaborate closely with other partners and attorneys to deliver integrated legal solutions
• Participate in business development efforts supported by the firm’s marketing and BD team
• Contribute to the firm’s visibility and reputation in the Houston energy market

Qualifications

• Partner‑level litigation experience with a focus on energy and oil & gas matters
• Demonstrated success handling complex commercial and industry‑specific disputes
• Strong professional network in the Houston and Texas energy markets
• Portable book of business consistent with a lateral partner role
• Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset with leadership and mentoring capability

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Excellent benefits including healthcare (health, dental, vision and more) and additional insurance options, flex holidays and 401(k) match program
• Team‑based bonus system
• Commitment to employee satisfaction with options for hybrid/remote work and a progressive PTO policy

Oliva Gibbs PLLC is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including gender identity and or expression), pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factors protected by the laws or regulations in the states where we operate.