Description
Senior Litigation Attorney (5–10+ Years’ Experience)
Snell Law
Austin, Texas
Full-Time | Remote, Hybrid, or In-Person
About Snell Law
Snell Law is a boutique litigation firm dedicated exclusively to resolving complex disputes through strategic advocacy, practical judgment, and exceptional trial preparation. We represent businesses and individuals in high-stakes commercial litigation, business disputes, personal injury matters, fiduciary litigation, and other complex civil cases throughout Texas.
Our attorneys enjoy substantial responsibility, direct client contact, and the opportunity to handle sophisticated litigation from beginning to end. We believe great lawyers are given ownership—not micromanagement.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney with 5–10+ years of civil litigation experience to independently manage a docket of complex cases from inception through trial.
This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys practicing law at a high level, values autonomy, and wants to work on sophisticated matters without the bureaucracy of a large firm.
We are looking for a lawyer who wants to try cases, not simply manage them.
This is not a position for someone who requires significant supervision. We are seeking a self-starter who can independently manage complex litigation while collaborating effectively with our team. The successful candidate will exercise sound judgment, communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel, and consistently produce high-quality work product.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will independently handle all aspects of a litigation file, including:
Developing litigation strategy from the outset of the case
Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings
Conducting legal research and preparing legal memoranda
Managing all phases of written discovery
Taking and defending depositions
Preparing and arguing contested hearings
Preparing and responding to dispositive motions
Working with clients, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses
Participating in mediations and settlement negotiations
Preparing cases for trial and serving as first or second chair, depending on experience
Handling post-trial motions and appeals, when appropriate
Maintaining proactive communication with clients and the litigation team
Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Texas (or eligibility for prompt admission)
At least five years of meaningful civil litigation experience
Experience independently managing litigation matters from filing through resolution
Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
Strong deposition and courtroom experience
Outstanding judgment and organizational skills
Exceptional professionalism and client service
The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team
Preferred Experience
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
Commercial litigation
Business litigation
Personal injury litigation
Arbitration
Appellate practice
First-chair jury trial experience (a significant plus, but not required)
Compensation
We recognize that experienced attorneys have different professional goals and preferred workloads. Accordingly, compensation is designed to be flexible and competitive.
Base salary will be determined based upon the candidate’s experience together with mutually agreed annual billable-hour and collection expectations. Attorneys will also have the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses and additional compensation tied to productivity, collections, and business development.
Why Join Snell Law?
We offer:
Flexible remote, hybrid, or in-office work arrangements
Competitive compensation with significant upside potential
Sophisticated, high-value litigation matters
Meaningful courtroom experience
Direct client interaction and substantial responsibility
A collaborative, collegial work environment
The opportunity to work alongside experienced trial lawyers while building your own practice and reputation
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit:
Résumé
Writing sample
Brief cover letter describing your litigation experience, trial experience, and why you believe you would be a strong fit for Snell Law.
All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
