Commercial Litigation Attorney
Company: Talent Search PRO
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
What you will be doing: Represent clients as lead in
depositions, court hearings, mediations, and other legal
proceedings; serve as lead counsel in smaller arbitrations and
trials; act as second chair or co-lead in larger arbitrations and
trials. 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. Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to
identify relevant laws, precedents, and best practices; apply legal
principles to provide solutions to clients' problems. Prepare legal
pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery documents, and other required
filings; ensure all documents comply with relevant laws and
regulations. 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. Engage in settlement negotiations on
behalf of clients, aiming to resolve disputes favorably without
going to trial when possible. Work closely with other attorneys,
legal staff, and corporate clients to develop litigation
strategies; collaborate with expert witnesses, consultants, and
other professionals as necessary. Oversee all aspects of
litigation, including pre-trial motions, discovery, witness
preparation, trial, and post-trial procedures. Maintain accurate
records of all client work; track billable hours; ensure timely and
accurate invoicing. Experience you will need: Juris Doctor (JD)
degree from an accredited law school. Active bar membership in the
state of Texas, in good standing. 2-4 years of experience in
commercial litigation. Experience handling depositions and in-court
advocacy at hearings. Some experience handling evidentiary and
legal arguments as well as direct and cross-examination of
witnesses at trial. Excellent written and verbal communication
skills. Ability to handle complex legal issues with precision and
professionalism. High level of attention to detail and strong
organizational skills. Proficient in legal research tools and
litigation software. Ability to work independently and as part of a
team. Experience with trial preparation and presentation and with
managing high-stakes litigation. Proven ability to lead and mentor
junior attorneys and legal staff.
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