Commercial Litigation Attorney

Daniels & Tredennick PLLC is a dynamic, civil litigation law firm, located in the Memorial area of Houston, TX. We come from a variety of backgrounds who have been involved in public service, education, large law firms, and boutique personal injury firms. Our breadth of experience includes commercial disputes, mass torts litigation, and personal injury litigation.

POSITION SUMMARY :

We are seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. If you have a proven track record in handling complex business disputes and a deep understanding of corporate law, we want to hear from you! This role is vital for law firms that handle corporate clients, as it ensures legal representation in high-stakes corporate disputes.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead Advocacy : Represent clients as lead in depositions, court hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings; as lead counsel in smaller arbitrations and trials; and as second chair or co-lead in larger arbitrations and trials.
• Litigation Management : Handle complex commercial litigation cases involving issues such as breach of contract, corporate governance, intellectual property disputes, mergers and acquisitions, securities law, and antitrust matters.
• Legal Research and Analysis : Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to identify relevant laws, precedents, and best practices. Apply legal principles to provide solutions to clients' problems.
• Drafting Legal Documents : Prepare legal pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery documents, and other required filings. Ensure all documents comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Strategic Legal Counsel : Provide ongoing legal advice to corporate clients on risk management, compliance, and strategic decisions related to litigation. Guide clients on matters like dispute resolution, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Settlement Negotiations : Engage in settlement negotiations on behalf of clients, aiming to resolve disputes favorably without going to trial when possible.
• Collaboration : Work closely with other attorneys, legal staff, and corporate clients to develop litigation strategies. Collaborate with expert witnesses, consultants, and other professionals as necessary.
• Case Management : Oversee all aspects of litigation, including pre-trial motions, discovery, witness preparation, trial, and post-trial procedures.
• Billing and Documentation : Maintain accurate records of all client work, track billable hours, and ensure timely and accurate invoicing.

QUALIFICATIONS :

witnesses at trial.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

ancillary benefits, including dental, vision, etc., and retirement plan options