Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation/Tort Defense

About the role

Mayer LLP is a Southwest regional firm with offices in Texas, New Mexico, and Arkansas. We serve clients from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries, offering practice areas including corporate & securities, litigation, real estate, tax, labor & employment, healthcare, and immigration. We foster a dynamic, growth-minded environment where collaboration, innovation, and determination drive results, and where your contributions directly impact our success.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in corporate litigation and/or tort-based litigation

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket independently, handling cases from beginning to end
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations
• Manage case files and maintain accurate, organized records
• Travel as necessary

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Technology

Mayer LLP uses the following platforms:

• Westlaw
• Harvey AI
• Coyote
• PointOne
• iManage

We may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment in final hiring decisions.