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7 results for General Counsel in Houston, TX

Staff Attorney
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 145000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A leading law firm seeks a <strong>Staff Attorney</strong> with <strong>3–5 years of litigation experience</strong> to join its Commercial Litigation team. This role focuses on <strong>first-party insurance and bad faith litigation</strong>. Prior experience in these areas is required, and experience representing insurance carriers is strongly preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Handle litigation matters involving first-party insurance and bad faith claims.</li><li>Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.</li><li>Manage case development and oversee litigation strategy from inception to resolution.</li><li>Appear in local state and federal courts for hearings and proceedings.</li><li>Collaborate with team members while maintaining the ability to work independently.</li><li>Ensure timely and high-quality work product under tight deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-13T21:04:09Z
Associate Attorney M&A
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a talented Associate to join a well-established law firm in Houston, Texas. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in transactions and mergers & acquisitions (M& A), with a proven ability to provide strategic legal counsel to clients across various industries. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, where professionalism and client service are highly valued.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide comprehensive legal advice on mergers and acquisitions, including transaction structuring, negotiation, and execution.</p><p>• Manage diverse corporate transactional matters, such as drafting and reviewing contracts, forming joint ventures, and preparing agreements.</p><p>• Assist clients with corporate restructuring and formation to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to streamline transaction processes and address legal concerns.</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support client objectives and deliver tailored solutions.</p><p>• Maintain high standards of professionalism while fostering strong client relationships.</p><p>• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to advise clients on potential impacts.</p><p>• Contribute to team-oriented projects and initiatives, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.</p><p>• Uphold ethical and legal standards throughout all aspects of client representation.</p>
  • 2025-12-15T16:54:02Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Attorney with expertise in civil litigation to join our team in Houston, Texas. The selected candidate will handle a diverse range of real estate and business disputes, guiding clients through all stages of the litigation process. This role requires a results-driven individual who excels in courtroom advocacy, legal research, and client management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage a variety of civil litigation cases, including real estate disputes, business conflicts, construction-related disagreements, and claims involving negligence.<br>• Conduct thorough legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and oversee discovery processes.<br>• Represent clients in mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials.<br>• Prepare and evaluate real estate documents, advising clients on matters such as easements, title issues, and restrictive covenants.<br>• Provide counsel on landlord-tenant disputes and Texas Property Code issues.<br>• Perform detailed title research and analyze property records to address ownership, liens, boundary disputes, and related concerns.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to handle complex cases involving real estate and business transactions.<br>• Maintain consistent communication with clients, ensuring responsiveness and attention to detail throughout the litigation process.<br>• Contribute to the firm’s business development efforts and mentor entry-level staff as required.
  • 2025-11-17T15:39:33Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Houston, TX
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 115000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Litigation Attorney (No Billable Hour Requirement)</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Houston, Texas (remote) </p><p> <strong>Reports To:</strong> Litigation Department Lead</p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p> We are seeking a dedicated Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic and client-focused legal team. This is a litigation-centric position with no mandatory billable hour requirements, allowing you to prioritize quality advocacy, case outcomes, and client service over hours tracking. While experience in personal injury law is preferred, we welcome attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds from other practice areas who are eager to grow in a plaintiff-oriented environment focused on achieving outstanding results for clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and develop a litigation docket from initial client intake through trial and post-trial work.</li><li>Conduct comprehensive legal research, draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other court submissions.</li><li>Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.</li><li>Build case strategies, prepare and examine witnesses, coordinate with expert witnesses, and prepare trial exhibits.</li><li>Handle all aspects of litigation, including client communication, investigation, deposition preparation, negotiation with opposing counsel and insurance representatives, and courtroom advocacy.</li><li>Maintain clear, timely communication with clients and keep them apprised of case status, strategy and expectations.</li><li>Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys to advance case progress.</li><li>Uphold best practices in organizing case files, calendaring deadlines, and meeting legal compliance and ethical standards.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-15T21:28:45Z
Para Legal
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 32.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Paralegal to provide litigation support to attorneys within a fast-paced legal environment in Jersey City, New Jersey. This position involves assisting with legal research, preparing case materials, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. As a Long-term Contract role, the position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and legal teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft and serve discovery demands and responses under attorney supervision, ensuring timely and accurate compliance with legal requirements.<br>• Prepare pleadings, discovery documents, and procedural motions for attorney review while supporting case preparation for trial.<br>• Conduct basic legal research, including statutes and medical conditions, to support case development.<br>• Draft and issue subpoenas for medical records and monitor vendor responses to ensure timely delivery.<br>• Assist with preparation for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials, including creating binders and court submissions.<br>• Manage court filings, including e-filing, and ensure all documents are accurately prepared and submitted on time.<br>• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other stakeholders.<br>• Stay updated on applicable court rules and procedures while developing proficiency in legal and business writing.<br>• Monitor case management systems and ensure effective organization and prioritization of tasks.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality litigation support.
  • 2025-12-15T21:28:45Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Houston, TX
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled and motivated Attorney to join a renowned legal team in Houston, Texas. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases that have a significant impact across industries, while collaborating directly with elite trial teams. If you are passionate about delivering justice, enjoy crafting persuasive legal arguments, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this role is for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with trial teams to develop case strategies and prepare for trials or settlements.<br>• Conduct in-depth legal research across various jurisdictions to support litigation efforts.<br>• Draft compelling legal briefs, including responses to motions and affirmative filings.<br>• Create effective demand packages supported by strong legal analysis.<br>• Assist during trials by preparing briefs and contributing to real-time legal strategies.<br>• Analyze case files and evidence to establish winning case themes.<br>• Provide support on cases involving catastrophic injuries, product liability, industrial disputes, and commercial litigation.<br>• Manage multiple deadlines with precision while maintaining high-quality work.<br>• Travel as needed to support trial efforts and team collaboration.
  • 2025-11-21T22:09:17Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong><u>Trial Attorney – High-Profile Litigation (Houston, TX)</u></strong></p><p>Confidential National Litigation Firm</p><p><br></p><p>A nationally recognized, powerhouse litigation firm is seeking a driven, strategic, and courtroom-ready Trial Attorney to join its Houston office. This is an extraordinary opportunity to work alongside an elite senior litigation team on high-stakes, high-profile cases that shape industries and impact lives across the country.</p><p><br></p><p>Our firm is known for delivering record-setting results in catastrophic injury, maritime/offshore incidents, trucking accidents, and complex workplace litigation. We are relentless advocates for our clients and are looking for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment where excellence is the standard.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re ready to push your litigation career to the next level and work on cases that make headlines, this role offers the platform, resources, and mentorship to do it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Collaborate closely with a senior trial team to represent plaintiffs in complex, high-value civil litigation.</p><p><br></p><p>Manage cases from initial intake through trial or settlement, taking ownership of strategy, preparation, and execution.</p><p><br></p><p>Conduct depositions, argue motions, and drive case development with precision and urgency.</p><p><br></p><p>Draft sophisticated pleadings, motions, briefs, and demand packages.</p><p><br></p><p>Actively participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and trials.</p><p><br></p><p>Work across multiple jurisdictions, primarily Texas and Louisiana, with additional cases nationwide.</p><p><br></p><p>Maintain proactive communication with clients and ensure exceptional advocacy at every stage.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Qualifications</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.</p><p><br></p><p>Licensed and in good standing with the Texas State Bar.</p><p><br></p><p>3–5 years of civil litigation experience (plaintiff or defense).</p><p><br></p><p>Proven experience taking depositions and arguing motions in court.</p><p><br></p><p>Superior writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple deadlines without extensive supervision.</p><p><br></p><p>Professionalism, discretion, and adherence to all ethical, policy, and confidentiality standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Ability to work extended hours when case demands arise.</p><p><br></p><p>Willingness to travel as needed for depositions, hearings, and trials.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an in-office position; remote work is not available.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Preferred Experience</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Trial experience or meaningful participation in trials.</p><p><br></p><p>Strong knowledge of Texas state and federal practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Proven ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with clients.</p>
  • 2025-11-21T22:04:05Z