Associate, Disputes

White & Case • Houston, TX

3d

About The Position

The Associate, Disputes works in White & Case’s Commercial Litigation Practice, which represents clients in high-stakes business disputes across industries. The practice handles matters including contract disputes, class actions, business torts, shareholder and partnership disputes, antitrust litigation, and intellectual property litigation, covering all phases from pre-litigation counseling and strategic planning through trial and appeal, as well as alternative dispute resolution.

At this level, the Associate handles legal tasks requiring a strong understanding of laws applicable to disputes matters. Under partner supervision, the Associate may represent clients in preliminary hearings and depositions alongside senior colleagues and provide essential support during trials. The role includes in-depth research, collaboration with senior team members to resolve legal matters, and substantial support with client management. The Associate works to develop litigation skills and expertise and may coordinate and coach more junior lawyers.

Requirements

• Solid experience in a specialized area of law, typically with 3–5 years of practice post qualification.
• Experience handling complex legal tasks and contributing to the resolution of key legal matters.
• Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Solid communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and help prepare cases, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs while ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Analyze legal issues and contribute to case strategy discussions with senior lawyers.
• Coordinate discovery, including reviewing and organizing documents and managing evidence collection.
• Represent clients in preliminary hearings and depositions when appropriate, and support senior lawyers with trial preparation and court appearances.
• Manage case files and organize case materials, ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• Develop litigation-related skills and expertise.
• May coordinate the work of more junior team members.
• Help coach and develop more junior lawyers.
• Provide substantial support with client management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Vacation time and leave programs, including parental leave.
• Performance bonus eligibility for exempt roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed