Senior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a seasoned and accomplished Senior Litigation Attorney to lead commercial litigation matters and oversee litigation teams in its Corpus Christi, TX office. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the litigation process while providing strategic counsel to clients. This position offers a collaborative, client-centered work environment and opportunities to work on complex legal matters.

Duties

• Serve as the lead attorney on complex commercial litigation cases.
• Supervise and manage litigation teams to ensure efficient case handling.
• Oversee the full legal process, from investigation and discovery through trial preparation and final hearings.
• Conduct depositions, argue motions, and attend hearings, mediations, trials, and arbitrations.
• Develop and execute effective legal strategies based on case findings and applicable laws.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, and agreements.
• Negotiate settlements and advise clients on potential outcomes.
• Prepare detailed case reports and summaries for client updates.
• Track and submit accurate billable hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance team performance and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and handle complex litigation matters with minimal supervision.
• First-chair trial or final hearing experience in multiple trials or arbitrations.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage with clients, opposing counsel, and the judiciary effectively.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Texas State Bar (required).

Skills

• Expertise in commercial litigation and related legal proceedings.
• Proficiency in legal research, analysis, and writing.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.
• Strong oral advocacy skills and the ability to present compelling arguments.
• Familiarity with discovery processes, including depositions and evidence optimization.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees and their families (100% covered).
• Optional dental and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Life insurance.

This law firm provides a full range of legal services to business clients throughout central and southern Texas. Its key practice areas include labor and employment, real estate, estate planning and probate, health law, business and corporate law, transaction and entity formation, construction law, and litigation. The firm's team of attorneys has decades of combined legal experience. Its offices are located in San Antonio and Corpus Christi, Texas.