Oil & Gas Associate

Bright Line Counsel LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 365,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Line Counsel LLC is seeking a mid-level associate (5-7 years) for its Energy practice in Austin, Dallas, or Houston. The role focuses on oil and gas transactions and litigation.

Ideal candidate will have Texas bar, strong litigation background, a solid academic record, and excellent legal writing and client communication skills. The firm emphasizes mentorship, growth, and a collaborative culture with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Oil and gas litigation experience required, title matters a plus.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas, in good standing.
• Strong academic record in law school and undergraduate studies.

Responsibilities

• Manage oil and gas transactions and litigation matters.
• Provide clear updates to clients on case status and strategy.

Skills

Oil & Gas Litigation

Client communication

Legal writing

Title matters

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Texas Bar License

Undergraduate degree

Job description

$365K-420K/yr

A highly respected law firm client is seeking a mid-level associate (5-7 years of experience) to join its Energy practice group in Austin, Dallas, or Houston. This role centers on oil and gas transactions and litigation.

Ideal candidate experience includes:

• Oil & Gas Litigation: A strong litigation background in the oil and gas space; experience with title matters is a plus but not required.
  Licensed to practice law in Texas, active and in good standing.
• Academic Background: A strong record from law school and undergraduate studies.
• Communication Skills: Sharp legal writing ability and comfort maintaining regular, direct communication with clients, providing clear, practical guidance and updates on case status and strategy.

The firm offers a collegial, mentorship-driven culture - with opportunities to both learn from senior attorneys and guide junior associates - along with a genuine commitment to diversity, competitive benefits, regular feedback, and a clear path for professional growth that accounts for personal and career priorities alike.

Compensation Range
$365,000 - $420,000