Job Description

gpac (The #1 Recruiting Firm in the Nation) is partnering with our client to identify a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join a growing litigation practice in Houston, Texas.

This role is geared toward attorneys seeking to build a long-term career in commercial litigation while gaining significant responsibility and mentorship from experienced litigators.

Position: Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney (2–5 Years)

About the Role

The firm is seeking a motivated commercial litigator with early-career experience handling business disputes, financial services matters, or banking-related litigation. This is an excellent opportunity to develop sophisticated litigation skills while working directly with experienced attorneys and business clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of commercial litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and mediations
• Support case strategy development and client communications
• Manage deadlines and active litigation files

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of commercial litigation experience
• Banking, lender representation, financial services, creditor rights, or related experience strongly preferred
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Experience with discovery and motion practice
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently
• Texas Bar admission required

Compensation & Benefits

• Bonus eligibility beginning at 1,600 billable hours
• Expected annual billables approximately 1,800 hours
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid schedule (1 remote day per week)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Strong mentorship from experienced commercial litigators
• Sophisticated business litigation matters
• Opportunity to develop banking and commercial litigation expertise
• Long-term growth platform
• Hybrid flexibility

Interested?

If you're a skilled litigator ready for a new challenge, reach out to Chad Calcaterra at gpac or send your resume directly for confidential consideration.

📩 Email: chad.calcaterra@gogpac.com
📞 Phone: (605) 401-6992

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.