Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate Attorney

Location : Dallas, TX

Compensation : $365,000 $420,000 (DOE) + Performance-Based Bonus

Overview :

Our client, a leading law firm with a broad and innovative litigation practice, is seeking an Associate Attorney  to join its Dallas litigation team . The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in state and federal litigation and the ability to work across multiple practice areas in a fast-paced, high-caliber environment.

Practice Areas :

Our litigation group handles a wide spectrum of matters, including :

Oil & Gas / Energy

Fiduciary Litigation

Employment Law

Privacy and Data Security

Antitrust

Securities Litigation

Key Responsibilities :

Research and draft motions, briefs, and other pleadings for state and federal court matters.

Participate in all aspects of discovery , including written discovery, depositions, and document review.

Assist with case and client management , ensuring responsive, high-quality service.

Contribute to trial preparation, including drafting trial briefs, preparing witnesses, and developing case strategy.

Engage in courtroom advocacy at hearings and, where applicable, trials.

Preferred Qualifications :

• J.D. from an accredited law school ; admitted to practice in Texas or eligible for waiver
• Law school class years 2018-2020 .

District court or appellate court clerkship experience  preferred but not required.

Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

Deposition, hearing, and trial experience are beneficial.

Compensation & Benefits :

Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package, including :

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401(k) or equivalent)

Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)

Parental leave

Basic life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Why Join :

This is an outstanding opportunity to work on cutting-edge, cross-functional litigation matters at a premier law firm, with the resources and mentorship to accelerate your career while maintaining substantive responsibility from day one.