Associate Attorney - Litigation - TX

Premier Business Support•Plano, TX

58d•$98,000 - $128,000•Hybrid

About The Position

McCarthy Holthus and its affiliated companies represent financial institutions in a wide range of banking law matters. The Associate Attorney will provide legal oversight and strategic direction for the firm's litigation practice, managing banking litigation matters from inception through resolution. The role requires litigation experience, a background in banking or finance law, sound compliance judgment, and the ability to handle diverse and specialized cases. The position is typically scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Following a 90-day training period and management approval, employees are required to work onsite 2–3 days per week. The work is performed in a professional office environment with quiet to moderate noise, using standard office equipment in individual or shared workspaces. Employees must protect sensitive information and comply with security policies. Applications are accepted until February 28, 2026.

Requirements

At least 3 years of active litigation experience.
Expertise in contested default and banking or mortgage servicing litigation.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Superior organizational and case management skills.
High proficiency in legal research, including Westlaw and LexisNexis or similar tools.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active license in good standing to practice law in Texas.

Nice To Haves

Admission to practice before all four Texas federal district courts.

Responsibilities

Provide legal oversight and strategic direction for the firm's litigation matters.
Manage a diverse caseload of banking litigation matters.
Ensure compliance with state, federal, and regulatory laws.
Handle specialized cases, including judicial foreclosure, probate, and title curative matters.
Monitor regulatory changes and recommend process modifications.
Provide legal guidance to operational staff on litigation-related issues.
Review and approve procedural changes for legal soundness.
Perform other duties as assigned to support department goals.
May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs.