Houston, TX Hybrid Employment

Oliva Gibbs is hiring a Litigation Attorney (Partner)

About the Role

The firm seeks a seasoned litigation partner to lead high-stakes cases, manage client relationships, and contribute to the strategic growth of the practice. The candidate will handle trial and appellate matters across diverse jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead trial teams in state and federal courts
  • Manage complex civil litigation from inception to resolution
  • Develop case strategy and oversee discovery processes
  • Argue motions and appear in court regularly
  • Supervise associate attorneys and support staff
  • Maintain and grow client relationships
  • Conduct legal research and draft pleadings
  • Represent clients in arbitration and mediation
  • Provide legal counsel on risk assessment and case evaluation
  • Collaborate with co-counsels and experts
  • Handle appellate work when necessary
  • Ensure compliance with court rules and procedures
  • Manage multiple cases simultaneously
  • Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial
  • Develop trial exhibits and presentations
  • Respond to emergency legal actions
  • Advise clients on litigation strategy
  • Participate in settlement negotiations
  • Maintain accurate case documentation
  • Stay current on legal precedents and rulings
  • Conduct pretrial conferences
  • Oversee jury selection processes
  • Draft post-trial motions
  • Support internal practice development initiatives
  • Contribute to firm-level decision-making

Compensation

Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus structure, and equity participation

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with primary office location and remote flexibility

Team

Collaborative environment with experienced attorneys and support staff focused on high-quality legal representation

Practice Focus

The role emphasizes civil litigation across commercial, employment, and general liability matters. The firm handles both plaintiff and defense cases, serving a diverse client base in mid-sized and large organizations.

Growth Opportunity

The partner will play a key role in expanding the firm’s litigation practice, contributing to business development, client retention, and strategic planning. Leadership input is highly valued.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and list of references. No third-party submissions will be accepted at this time.

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Oliva Gibbs

Oliva Gibbs is a law firm built for upstream oil and gas. We’ve supported operators, landmen, mineral buyers, executives, and in-house counsel since 2013.

We serve clients in every major U.S. oil and gas basin, from Haynesville and the Permian to the Bakken and Appalachia, and bring focused, region-specific legal experience and a national perspective to the table to help clients navigate the fast-moving energy industry.

The firm has 60+ attorneys working across more than 15 states and six offices. We specialize in oil and gas law, including title, litigation, and transactions, with team members who are former landmen, in-house counsel, and industry executives.

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