Senior Business Litigation Trial Attorney
orion placementIrving, TX
$160,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year
APPLY (opens in a new tab)Senior Business Litigation Trial Attorney
orion placementIrving, TXSenior L5
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)$160,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year
Pay: $160,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Take ownership of sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters from inception through trial
Step into a senior role with meaningful courtroom, trial, and litigation strategy responsibility
Work on challenging matters where your judgment, advocacy, and legal writing will directly influence outcomes
Join a growing, collaborative litigation team that values experienced attorneys who can independently lead complex cases
Enjoy meaningful hybrid flexibility, with fully remote arrangements considered for exceptional candidates
Build on your trial record while handling substantive hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Location:
Irving, Texas. This is primarily a hybrid opportunity combining remote flexibility with in office collaboration in the Dallas and Irving area. Fully remote arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates, with a strong preference for attorneys based in Texas.
Note:
This is a senior trial attorney role. Candidates must have an active Texas Bar license, 10+ years practicing law, 5+ years of business or commercial litigation experience, and 5+ years of substantial hands on trial litigation experience. Exceptional legal research and writing skills are also required.
About Us:
We are a growing Texas law firm committed to delivering sophisticated, results driven legal representation. Our attorneys are trusted to take ownership of important matters, develop thoughtful litigation strategies, and advocate aggressively for clients both in court and through compelling written advocacy. We value collaboration, accountability, excellent work product, and attorneys who thrive when given meaningful responsibility. Confidential Employer.
Job Description:
Manage complex business and commercial litigation matters from initial assessment through resolution and trial
Develop and execute sophisticated litigation strategies based on the facts, law, business objectives, and potential risks
Conduct and defend depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Draft persuasive motions, briefs, pleadings, discovery, legal correspondence, and other litigation documents
Conduct thorough legal research and apply relevant law to complex factual and procedural issues
Analyze contracts, business records, financial documents, and other evidence
Prepare witnesses, exhibits, evidence, and arguments for hearings and trialCommunicate directly with clients regarding litigation strategy, developments, risks, and potential outcomes
Manage discovery, court filings, deadlines, and competing litigation priorities independently
Collaborate with attorneys and litigation professionals while maintaining ownership of assigned matters
Qualifications: 10+ years practicing law
Active Texas Bar license required
5+ years of significant business or commercial litigation experience
5+ years of substantial hands on trial litigation experience
Demonstrated ability to handle matters through discovery, hearings, and trial
Exceptional legal research and persuasive writing skills
Strong courtroom presence, oral advocacy, negotiation, and litigation strategy skills
Ability to independently manage complex cases and multiple deadlines
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
First chair or lead trial experience strongly preferred
Experience taking jury trials through verdict strongly preferred
Admission to an additional state bar preferred
Why You Will Love Working Here
Meaningful ownership of sophisticated litigation matters
Significant courtroom and trial responsibility
A team that values strong advocates and exceptional legal writers
Flexibility through a hybrid work environment
Opportunities to influence litigation strategy instead of simply supporting cases
Collaborative colleagues and a growing litigation practice
A senior platform where experienced trial attorneys can make an immediate impact
JPC-2369
Benefits: Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
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Level
Senior L5
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Location
Irving, TX
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Industry
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Posted
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