Senior Commercial Litigation Associate (5-7 Years)

gpac; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is assisting a respected Texas law firm in seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Associate with 5–7 years of experience to join its growing team. The role focuses on managing complex business disputes in state and federal court with meaningful client interaction and significant courtroom exposure.

The successful candidate will handle matters from inception through resolution, collaborate with accomplished trial lawyers, and assume increasing responsibility in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas license or ability to obtain promptly.
• 5–7 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong experience in business disputes, breach of contract, partnership/shareholder disputes, business torts, fraud, fiduciary duty, and complex civil litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings.
• Conduct and defend depositions; handle discovery.
• Develop litigation strategy with trial attorneys.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Mentor junior associates and collaborate across teams.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Business judgment

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

An established and highly respected Texas law firm recognized for its outstanding litigation practice and reputation for excellence is seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Associate with 5-7 years of experience to join its growing team. The firm has earned recognition for its sophisticated commercial litigation practice and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to handle complex, high-stakes business disputes while working alongside accomplished trial lawyers in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will manage sophisticated commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, including strategic case development, discovery, motion practice, depositions, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation. This role offers meaningful client interaction, significant courtroom exposure, and opportunities to assume increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, briefs, and pleadings.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle written discovery and electronic discovery.
• Develop litigation strategy alongside experienced trial attorneys.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Mentor junior associates and collaborate across litigation teams.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Texas (or ability to become licensed promptly).
• 5-7 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong experience with:
• Business disputes
• Breach of contract litigation
• Partnership and shareholder disputes
• Business torts
• Fraud claims
• Fiduciary duty litigation
• Complex civil litigation
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Deposition and courtroom experience preferred.
• Ability to independently manage an active litigation caseload.
• Strong client communication and business judgment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a highly respected litigation practice with an outstanding reputation in the Texas legal community.
• Work on sophisticated, high-value commercial disputes.
• Significant responsibility and hands-on litigation experience.
• Collaborative team culture with strong mentorship.
• Competitive compensation.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Long-term career growth and advancement potential.

Practice Areas

• Commercial Litigation
• Business Litigation
• Complex Civil LitigationContract Disputes
• Business Torts
• Fiduciary Litigation
• Shareholder & Partnership Disputes
• Trial Practice
• Arbitration
• Mediation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.