Seasoned Business Litigation & Trial Attorney

Bush & Bush Law Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Competitive compensation

Opportunity to work on sophisticatedl

Collaborative and supportive legal

Professional growth and advancement

Fast-paced and dynamic work

Health Insurance

Job summary

Bush & Bush Law Group is seeking an experienced Business Litigation Attorney to join our fast-growing litigation practice in Texas. The ideal candidate will independently manage complex business disputes from inception through trial and provide high-level legal analysis and strategy.

The role emphasizes strong litigation skills, excellent research and writing abilities, and the capacity to mentor junior lawyers while maintaining client communication and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar license preferred.
• 3+ years of business/commercial litigation experience.
• Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures in state and federal courts.
• Experience handling breach of contract, shareholder disputes, partnership disputes, business torts, tortious interference, insurance disputes, and declaratory judgments.
• Trial preparation and courtroom experience preferred.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal advice and analysis in complex litigation matters, particularly business and commercial disputes.
• Offer strategic input on case development, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Advise on declaratory judgment actions, including initiating and defending such claims in state and federal courts.
• Handle matters involving declaratory relief in breach of contract, tortious interference, insurance disputes, and other business-related litigation.
• Draft and review declaratory pleadings, analyze legal issues requiring judicial clarification, and develop litigation strategies based on likely court interpretations.
• Manage cases from pre-litigation through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research and evaluate evidence and legal theories.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and court appearances.
• Provide second-chair trial support or oversee specific phases of litigation as needed.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments, legal risks, and potential outcomes.
• Support settlement negotiations and dispute resolution efforts.
• Collaborate with partners and legal staff to ensure high-quality legal services.
• Participate in internal strategy sessions and contribute to firm knowledge and best practices.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support team development when needed.
• Ensure all legal actions align with ethical obligations, procedural requirements, and client expectations.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal writing

Legal research

Trial preparation

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Bush & Bush Law Group is seeking an experienced Business Litigation Attorney to join our fast-growing litigation practice in Texas. The ideal candidate will independently manage complex business disputes from inception through trial and provide high-level legal analysis and strategy.

The role emphasizes strong litigation skills, excellent research and writing abilities, and the capacity to mentor junior lawyers while maintaining client communication and ethical standards.