Senior Litigation Counsel — Global Disputes & AI Tools

Halliburton; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Halliburton seeks an experienced litigator to manage a complex docket including tort, commercial, environmental, and IP disputes, with international arbitrations. The attorney will shape strategy, advise senior business leaders, and coordinate with in-house teams on risk and resolution options.

Responsibilities span pre-suit through trial, with oversight of outside counsel and use of AI-enabled tools for research, reviews, and drafting. A JD and Texas bar admission are required.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active State Bar of Texas member or eligible for in-house counsel in Texas.
• 10+ years of litigation experience with major firms or corporate legal department.
• Trial or arbitration experience as first or second chair.
• Experience using AI-enabled legal tools and e-discovery technology.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Collaborative style with internal clients and outside counsel.

Responsibilities

• Advise on lawsuits, arbitrations, disputes, and investigations.
• Manage all phases of litigation and arbitration across multiple areas.
• Develop case strategy and independent case evaluations.
• Review pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and assist in depositions and hearings.
• Select, retain, and manage outside counsel; set strategy and budgets.
• Communicate with internal clients and leadership in concise risk terms.
• Interpret laws and advise on contract performance and risk.
• Prepare litigation reports with Finance and Risk Management.

Skills

Litigation

Arbitrations

AI-enabled legal tools

Risk management

Communication

In-house collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bachelor's degree

Tools

e-discovery software

AI tools

Job description

Halliburton seeks an experienced litigator to manage a complex docket including tort, commercial, environmental, and IP disputes, with international arbitrations. The attorney will shape strategy, advise senior business leaders, and coordinate with in-house teams on risk and resolution options.

Responsibilities span pre-suit through trial, with oversight of outside counsel and use of AI-enabled tools for research, reviews, and drafting. A JD and Texas bar admission are required.