Senior Commercial Litigation Counsel - High-Stakes Disputes

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in Houston seeks an experienced attorney to lead high-stakes employment matters for clients in energy, financial services, and technology sectors. You will guide executives through disputes, compliance, and strategic workforce issues with a focus on complex litigation and regulatory matters.

The role requires a broad background in commercial litigation, prior trial experience, and admission to the Texas bar.

Qualifications

• Broad background in commercial litigation.
• Prior trial experience is desired.
• Senior-level advisory experience to C-suite and HR leadership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on employment policies, wage-and-hour compliance, reductions in force, and restrictive covenants.
• Provide senior-level guidance to C-suite executives and HR leaders on high-stakes employment matters and compliance.
• Advise on employment risks in corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, separations, and post-closing workforce integration; draft and negotiate employment agreements and non-competes.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Trial experience

Executive counsel advisory

Job description

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in Houston seeks an experienced attorney to lead high-stakes employment matters for clients in energy, financial services, and technology sectors. You will guide executives through disputes, compliance, and strategic workforce issues with a focus on complex litigation and regulatory matters.

The role requires a broad background in commercial litigation, prior trial experience, and admission to the Texas bar.