Associate Attorney- Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury – $80,000 -$120,000 based on experience + Bonus & Benefits– Houston, TX

The Role

Want real case ownership instead of watching from the sidelines? Ready to build courtroom confidence faster, with direct guidance from an experienced trial lawyer? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

This Associate Attorney – Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury role is designed for litigators who want to move quickly, learn properly and be trusted early. You will not be buried in admin or endless research. Instead, you will run your own matters, speak to clients and play an active role in shaping case strategy.

From day one, you will work directly with Managing Partner Colby Lewis, gaining hands-on mentoring that sharpens your judgement, advocacy skills and confidence in court. If you are looking for a role where your work genuinely matters and your progress is visible, this Associate Attorney – Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury position delivers exactly that.

If you want your work as an Associate Attorney – Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury to be seen, valued and developed, apply now.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage your own caseload with structured support from paralegals and clerks.
• Work closely with partners on strategy, motions and trial preparation.
• Handle depositions, motion practice and regular client communication.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions and Daubert challenges.
• Lead written discovery and manage privilege logs.
• Appear in state and federal court and assist at trial.
• Negotiate settlements where appropriate.
• Use AI-enabled litigation tools, Westlaw and O’Connor’s to work efficiently.
• Support marketing activity, CLE involvement and outreach initiatives.

The Company

The Law Offices of Colby Lewis is a results-driven trial firm known for developing strong litigators. We invest time in mentoring associates and give them responsibility early. Our culture is collaborative, forward-thinking and focused on long-term growth, both for clients and for our people.

Benefits:

• Early responsibility and genuine courtroom exposure.
• One-to-one mentoring from the Managing Partner.
• Modern, tech-led practice including AI-supported workflows.
• Clear route to progression, leadership and long-term growth.
• Competitive compensation based on experience, with bonus and incentive opportunities.

The Person

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Texas Bar.
• 1–4 years’ civil litigation experience, including written discovery.
• Working knowledge of Texas civil procedure.
• Comfortable using legal technology and interested in AI tools.
• Clear communicator who works well within a team.

Contact information

Colby Lewis