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Commercial Litigation Associate

Dallas, TX

Base salary
$157,500 to $220,000
Base salary rises by class year, starting at $157,500 for first years
Experience
3 to 5 years
Arrangement
In office

A mid size commercial litigation firmPosted September 11, 2026Updated September 17, 2026Reference 2F7DB1

A mid size commercial litigation firm is hiring a Commercial Litigation Associate for its Dallas, Texas office. The role requires three to five years of experience and Texas Bar admission, with first chair trial experience a plus.

What the role involves

  • Handle commercial litigation matters across a range of industries, including oil and gas
  • Take cases through court appearances and depositions

What you'll need

  • 3 to 5 years of commercial litigation experience
  • Texas Bar admission required
  • Court appearance and deposition experience
  • First chair trial experience a plus
  • Strong academic record

Highlights

  • 1,850 billable hour target
  • Year end bonus for hitting the billable hour target
  • Partnership track for associates with the right experience

Pay context

Typical base salary for commercial and civil litigation attorneys with 3 to 4 years of experience at mid-size and regional firms: $150,000.

ITG 2026 data from mid-size and regional firms, as of September 2026.

Associate salary data by practice area

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