Commercial Litigation Attorney (Remote)

About the role

Career Consulting Partners is partnered with a boutique litigation firm that works on complex matters at the federal level, serving industries such as aerospace, engineering, private equity, financial services, real estate, construction, energy, oil, and manufacturing. The firm seeks candidates with a sincere interest in career succession, direct mentorship, and joining a long‑term partner track. They are actively searching for a mid‑ to senior‑level attorney focusing on commercial litigation. The ideal candidate brings 4 to 5 years of litigation experience, possesses excellent case‑management skills, and demonstrates a proven ability to consistently bill at least 1,800 hours annually.

Responsibilities

• Manage a robust caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Meet or exceed a target of 1,800 billable hours per year.
• Collaborate directly with a Supervising Partner, executing on case strategy and taking clear direction.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and comprehensive legal briefs.
• Conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and potentially trial proceedings.
• Actively participate in mentorship and development opportunities geared toward a long‑term partner track.
• Optional but encouraged: Originate new business and client matters to leverage the firm’s origination commission structure.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years of dedicated commercial litigation practice experience.
• Active and in good standing to practice law in New York and/or Texas.
• A demonstrated track record of billing at least 1,800 hours per year.
• Highly motivated by performance‑based earnings, autonomous, and eager for direct mentorship and career succession.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $130,000 – $180,000.
• Origination commissions bonus.
• Uncapped earning potential through transparent, tiered quarterly bonuses.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Flexible, remote‑friendly work environment; can live anywhere in the United States as long as admitted to practice law in New York and/or Texas.
• Location: Fully remote (must reside in the United States); headquarters in Dallas, TX welcomes in‑office attendance but does not require it.
• Must be able to travel by plane for court appearances or depositions when leading a case.