Temp Commercial Litigation Attorney - HTX

Temporary Commercial Litigation Attorney

? Hybrid | Texas (Mostly Remote)

? Contract | 2-3 Months | Potential Temp to Hire

A Texas based, entrepreneurial boutique business law firm with offices in Texas and California is seeking a Temporary Commercial Litigation Attorney to assist a senior Commercial Litigation Attorney in wrapping up active projects. This is a hands on role ideal for a seasoned litigator who can step in quickly, work independently, and deliver high quality work with minimal ramp up.

Compensation & Engagement Details

• Pay rate: $90-$150 per hour (DOE)
• Length of assignment: 2-3 months
• Potential temp to hire for an outstanding candidate
• Hybrid schedule: Mostly remote with occasional in office collaboration
• Work hours: 8:00am-5:00pm or 9:00am-6:00pm (flexible)
• Concurrent work: Preferred no, but negotiable
• Firm issued laptop provided

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Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing (required)
• 6-7 years of Commercial Litigation experience, specifically business to business matters

o No insurance defense backgrounds, please

• Strong experience handling:

o Written discovery

o Drafting and responding to discovery

o Discovery objections

o Motions and pleadings

• Proficient with Microsoft Word and LexisNexis
• Ability to start with minimal training and hit the ground running
• Must pass conflicts check

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What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting ongoing commercial litigation matters through key stages
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Managing discovery strategy and execution
• Working closely with a Commercial Litigation Attorney to complete pending projects efficiently

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Interview Process

1. Resume review

2. Teams interview with Partner/Shareholder

3. In person interview with Partner/Shareholder and Managing Attorney

If you meet the requirements and have the experience, please apply or contact me at jamie.stone@lhh.com

Pay Details: $100.00 to $150.00 per hour

Search managed by: Jamie Stone

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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