Description:

What We Are Looking For
We are seeking an experienced Attorney to anchor the dispute side of our Business and Real Estate verticals. This role is built for a lawyer with real depth in business and real estate law who is comfortable in a courtroom and knows how to move a dispute to resolution, whether that is a well-drafted demand letter, a negotiated buyout, mediation, or trial. You will manage a docket of business disputes, real estate disputes, and related transactional matters, working closely with our paralegals, our Client Care team, and firm leadership. We prioritize practice-area depth and strong writing over volume of courtroom hours, but you must be ready to stand up and argue when a matter calls for it.

Experience Requirements:

5+ years of experience practicing law in a boutique, mid-size, or large firm setting
Substantive experience in business law and real estate law, including at least one of: partnership and ownership disputes, contract disputes, seller disclosure or construction defect claims, or commercial lease matters
Demonstrated courtroom and litigation experience; you are comfortable appearing before a judge, handling contested hearings, and taking and defending depositions
Strong legal research and writing skills; a persuasive writing sample will be requested
Experience managing a caseload independently, including client communication, deadlines, and file management

Practice Areas:
You will regularly work across the following areas. We do not expect mastery of all of them on day one, but we do expect the range and the willingness to grow into it:

Business disputes, including partner and ownership disputes, buyouts, and dissolutions
Contract disputes and pre-suit resolution, including demand letters, negotiation, and mediation
Real estate disputes, including seller disclosure, construction defect, title and curative issues, and earnest money disputes
Residential and commercial real estate transactions, including contract preparation, TREC form review, and seller-finance packages
Commercial lease drafting and negotiation for landlords and tenants
Business formations, company agreements, buy-sell agreements, and purchase and sale transactions

You Are:

A high-achieving self-starter who consistently exceeds goals and expectations without burning out
Someone who takes ownership and shows initiative, but also knows when to collaborate
A natural problem-solver who anticipates issues before they arise
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
A relationship builder who genuinely values client service and is comfortable representing the firm in the community
Coachable and receptive to feedback
Trustworthy, with an unwavering respect for confidentiality
Comfortable moving between transactional counsel and contested proceedings
Someone who prefers resolving a dispute well over litigating it long

Core Responsibilities:
Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Manage business and real estate disputes from intake through resolution, including case strategy, budgeting, and scope
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and briefs
Make court appearances, argue motions, and conduct depositions
Represent clients in negotiation, mediation, and other alternative dispute resolution settings
Prepare matters for trial and try them with firm support, or coordinate with of counsel on federal or complex trial matters

Transactional & Advisory Work

Draft and negotiate real estate contracts, commercial leases, and seller-finance documents
Structure and document business formations, company agreements, buyouts, and purchase and sale transactions
Advise business owners on ownership, governance, and exit planning, often on the heels of a resolved dispute
Handle Trademark Docket, including registration and all administrative Dealings with the USPTO.

Client Relations

Serve as the primary attorney contact for your matters
Make difficult legal concepts understandable and relatable
Provide realistic assessments of options, risks, cost, and likely outcomes
Communicate regularly with clients regarding status and next steps

Business Development

Build and maintain referral relationships with title companies, real estate professionals, CPAs, and business advisors
Participate in networking, speaking, and community involvement in the San Antonio and Austin markets
Collaborate with other attorneys on cross-referral opportunities across our Business, Estates & Trusts, and Real Estate verticals
Contribute to the firm's marketing and thought leadership initiatives

Team Collaboration

Work closely with paralegals and legal assistants to keep matters moving efficiently
Communicate proactively with firm leadership on status, strategy, and workload
Participate in firm meetings, case strategy discussions, and firm-wide initiatives
Adhere to firm policies, including attendance, billing, and electronic communication guidelines

You'll Need
Technical Expertise

Active Texas law license in good standing
Thorough understanding of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Evidence, and litigation strategy
Working knowledge of the Texas Business Organizations Code, the Texas Property Code, and Texas real estate contract practice

Technology Proficiency

Mandatory: Windows, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), calendaring and billing software
Preferred: Smokeball, LawMatics, electronic filing systems (eFileTexas)

Preferred, Not Required

Bilingual in English and Spanish
Existing book of business or client relationships you would like to continue serving
Mediator training or arbitration experience