Attorney – Litigation (Dallas)

L5

professional alternativesFort Worth, TXyesterday
Job ID#:42674A fast-growing Texas commercial property tax litigation practice is adding a third attorney due to increased caseload. This is a high-impact litigation role with immediate responsibility, frequent court appearances, and the opportunity to work closely with seasoned trial lawyers in a specialized, analytically rigorous practice. You’ll represent commercial property owners in valuation and appraisal disputes across Texas—handling matters from early case strategy through settlement, hearings, and trial preparation. Why this role High-volume, sophisticated litigation: The team recently filed~260 new lawsuitsacross multiple Texas counties (cases are in varying stages; not all set for trial at once).Real courtroom reps: Expect regularhearings, depositions, and mediations, plus~3–5 trials per year(most matters resolve before trial).No billable requirement: Focus on excellent work and outcomes—not chasing hours. Support + autonomy: Attorneys collaborate across the full docket, with meaningful ownership of cases and motion practice. Lifestyle-minded culture: Flexible day-to-day schedule (not a strict 8–5), with the expectation that you’ll ramp up when trial demands it (including occasional Saturdays).
What you’ll do: Manage a substantial docket ofcommercial property tax litigationmatters. Draft, file, and arguesubstantive and procedural motions(including discovery and evidentiary issues).Prepare for and handlecontested hearings and mediations. Take and defendfact and expert depositions(including corporate representative depositions).Work closely with appraisal/valuation professionals and tax consultants on case development. Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial. Negotiate with opposing counsel and appraisal districts; drive matters toward efficient resolution. Assist with trial prep and serve asfirst- or second-chairdepending on experience. Required Active Texas law license(good standing).Heavy litigation experience(courtroom presence, motion writing, and meaningful case responsibility).Comfort handlingexpert-related litigation tasks(including expert depositions)—this is not an entry-level training role. Ideal background Commercial real estate litigation, business/commercial litigation, construction litigation, eminent domain/condemnation, or other expert-intensive civil litigation. Property tax litigation experience is helpful, butnot required.
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Level

SeniorL5

Location

Fort Worth, TX

Occupation

Lawyers

Industry

Offices of Lawyers

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yesterday

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