Business/Commercial Litigation Attorney (5 Years)
Company: Sul Lee Law Firm, PLLC
Location: Dallas
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced senior attorney to help
clients achieve favorable outcomes with legal matters. You will
advocate for clients, advise them on the best course of action, and
implement their legal support plan. You should have previous trial
experience, be able to manage a heavy caseload, and use your
general counsel experience and interpersonal skills to mentor our
lower-level associates to ensure a continued legacy of prosperity.
If this sounds like an opportunity that is ideal for you, please
contact us today. Compensation: $155,000 - $165,000 base bonus
Responsibilities: - Prepare for and attend trials, mediation, and
arbitration hearings - Maintain knowledge of local, state, and
federal statutes and applicable laws - Conduct research and draft
pleadings, briefs, and motions - Provide guidance and advice to
associate attorneys and paralegals to resolve or prevent conflicts
- Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal
proceedings - Lead litigation strategy for partnership/shareholder
disputes, derivative claims, and other commercial litigation issues
such as breach of contract claims. - Handle TRO and TI hearings,
including emergency filings, expedited discovery, evidentiary
hearings, and enforcement actions. - Manage all aspects of case
development: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice,
mediation, arbitration, and trial. - Advise business clients on
dispute-prevention strategies, corporate governance, and settlement
structuring. - Supervise junior attorneys, paralegals, and staff on
case tasks. Qualifications: - 5 years of required experience as a
senior associate in the legal field - Admitted to local and state
bar associations - Prior experience representing clients in trials,
mediation, and arbitration - Excellent time management and
interpersonal skills are required, as well as persuasive writing
and verbal communication skills - J.D. from an accredited law
school with strong academic credentials. - 7 years of litigation
experience, with a significant focus on partnership/shareholder
disputes, fiduciary duty, business divorce, and emergency
injunctive relief (TRO/TI hearings). - Licensed and in good
standing with the State Bar of Texas (or willing to waive in). -
First-chair trial, injunction hearing, or arbitration experience
strongly preferred. - Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral
advocacy skills. - Strong business acumen and ability to advise
clients on both legal and financial aspects of disputes. About
Company Founded in 2013, Sul Lee Law Firm is a business,
commercial, and IP litigation law firm dedicated to providing
practical, strategic legal solutions. With a growing team of
attorneys and professionals, we are passionate about partnering
with clients to navigate growth, manage risk, and achieve success,
while cultivating a workplace that values professional excellence,
diversity, and personal growth. Why Join Us? At Sul Lee Law Firm,
we value not just what you do, but who you are becoming. We provide
a friendly, respectful work environment with room to grow and
develop your skills in the legal field. Benefits : - Competitive
base salary performance-based bonuses. - Business development
incentives for origination. - Full benefits package (health,
dental, vision, 401(k), and match ). - Hybrid work flexibility.
WHLAW2 Compensation details: 155000-165000 Yearly Salary
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