Banking Attorney Sr. Associate Job at Burnett Specialists, Houston, TX

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  • Burnett Specialists
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description


A well-established, highlyrespected Houston law firm known for its strong litigation practice,long-standing client relationships, and consistent deal flow is seeking a seasoned Bank Litigation Sr. Associate to join the firm as a Senior Associate or Shareholder/Partner (DOE) . This role is designed for an accomplished litigator with at least seven (7) years of experience in litigation and preferably representing financial institutions. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to independently manage cases from inception through resolution, produce exceptional written work, and contribute to the firm’s continued growth. Some portable business is preferred. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with one of the firm’s regionally recognized bank litigation attorneys, known for significant courtroom successes and deep expertise in financial institution defense

Banking Litigation Sr. Associate

Location: Houston, TX
Compensation: up to $250,000 base (plus bonus potential based on collections)

Schedule: Monday ? Friday | 100% on-site

Billable hour goal: 1,800 hours annually

  • Additional earning potential for exceeding billables

Key Responsibilities
  • Independently manage and litigate bank litigation matters from pre-suit through trial and appeal
  • Draft, review, and oversee high-quality pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other litigation filings
  • Develop and execute litigation strategy in coordination with clients
  • Appear in court for hearings, trials, mediations, and negotiations
  • Provide counsel to financial institution clients, including risk assessment and resolution planning
  • Mentor and supervise associates and support staff as appropriate
  • Actively participate in business development efforts, including client relationship management and expansion of existing accounts
  • Maintain exceptional client communication and the highest standards of professionalism
Qualifications
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in Texas
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of substantive litigation experience with some banking litigation experience strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to handle matters independently and exercise sound judgment
  • Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
  • Proven success in court proceedings, negotiations, and dispute resolution
  • Portable business is preferred, though not required

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Objective, performance-based compensation structure
  • Compensation credit for originating work and for referring matters to other firm attorneys
  • Long-term growth and leadership opportunities in entrepreneurial firm
  • Commitment to professional development and work-life balance

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Company Description

About Burnett Specialists
Burnett Specialists is a top-ranked, 100% employee-owned recruiting firm with over 50 years of expertise in connecting top talent with exceptional companies. Headquartered in Texas, we specialize in placing professionals in Accounting, IT, HR, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, Supply Chain, and Administrative roles across major cities, including Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso.

With a proven track record of responsiveness, cost savings, and full-spectrum staffing solutions — from temporary and temp-to-hire to payrolling and direct hire placements — we are committed to exceeding expectations and delivering unparalleled results.

As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients and candidates while fostering integrity, professionalism, and community involvement.

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Company Description

About Burnett Specialists\r\nBurnett Specialists is a top-ranked, 100% employee-owned recruiting firm with over 50 years of expertise in connecting top talent with exceptional companies. Headquartered in Texas, we specialize in placing professionals in Accounting, IT, HR, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, Supply Chain, and Administrative roles across major cities, including Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso.\r\n\r\nWith a proven track record of responsiveness, cost savings, and full-spectrum staffing solutions — from temporary and temp-to-hire to payrolling and direct hire placements — we are committed to exceeding expectations and delivering unparalleled results.\r\n\r\nAs a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients and candidates while fostering integrity, professionalism, and community involvement.\r\n\r\nVisit us at: us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram for the latest job opportunities and industry insights!

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