Attorney - Civil Litigation - Houston - 200K

A confidential Texas litigation practice is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to manage a docket centered on real estate, business, and construction disputes. This is a litigation-forward role for an attorney who enjoys hands-on case work, direct client communication, and an hourly billing model supported by upfront retainers.

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

• 100% litigation role focused on real estate, business, and construction disputes (primarily defense-side).
• Hourly, retainer-funded practice (no contingency matters).
• Daily billable target of 6 hours (structured as a goal, not a rigid quota).
• Partnership-track opportunity for long-term fit.
• Opportunity to join during a period of planned attorney hiring and practice growth.

THE ROLE

• Manage civil litigation matters involving real estate, business, and construction disputes.
• Draft pleadings, substantive motions, and briefs, including dispositive motion practice.
• Develop and execute discovery strategy, including written discovery, document review, and depositions.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Advise clients on strategy, risk, and practical resolution options, with clear and consistent communication.
• Record time and support billing in an hourly model with upfront retainers.

LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

Location:

Houston area, Texas

Schedule:

Fully Remote

Compensation:

Base salary up to $200,000 (experience dependent), plus bonus potential

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally involving real estate, business, and/or construction disputes.
• Active Texas bar admission in good standing.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Strong legal writing and advocacy skills, including motion practice.
• Comfort working in an hourly billing model supported by upfront retainers.
• Ability to work on-site in the Houston area.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND

• Experience taking matters through discovery, depositions, and dispositive motions.
• Background aligned with an hourly, retainer-based disputes practice.
• Not coming from a practice primarily focused on personal injury or insurance defense (practice style fit).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Standard benefits package.
• Daily billable target of 6 hours (goal-based).

For a confidential and non-obligation call to learn more about this opportunity, please apply below or forward your resume to [email protected] and we’ll be happy to discuss this position in more detail.

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