Litigation Associate - Financial Services

Litigation Attorney – Financial Services

Location: Dallas, TX

Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 + bonus + benefits

Experience Level: 2–5 years

A leading national law firm is seeking a talented Litigation Attorney to join one of the fastest-growing Financial Services Litigation practice groups. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic, high-performing team representing major financial institutions in complex, high-impact matters nationwide.

About the Role

This position focuses heavily on federal court litigation, with a strong emphasis on legal research, brief writing, and motions practice rather than trial work. You will play a key role in developing case strategy, drafting dispositive motions, and advising clients on regulatory and compliance risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent financial institutions, mortgage lenders, loan servicers, and credit-related entities in federal and state court litigation
• Draft substantive motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
• Conduct in-depth legal research on complex regulatory and litigation issues
• Support case strategy and manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Assist clients in responding to regulatory inquiries and investigations
• Collaborate with clients to identify and mitigate compliance and operational risks

Practice Focus

The team handles sophisticated litigation and regulatory matters involving federal and state consumer finance laws, including:

• Truth in Lending Act (TILA)
• Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
• Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA)
• Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)
• State consumer protection and fair lending laws

Attorneys in this group also work closely with clients on regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, and government inquiries, including matters involving state and federal agencies and congressional investigations.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of litigation experience (financial services or complex commercial litigation preferred)
• Strong legal research and writing skills are essential
• Experience drafting motions and managing federal court cases
• Federal clerkship experience is a plus
• Excellent academic credentials
• Admission to the Texas Bar (or ability to waive in)

Why Join?

• Work with a nationally recognized and rapidly expanding practice
• Exposure to high-profile, complex litigation matters
• Collaborative, growth-oriented environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Clear path for professional development and advancement

If you’re a driven litigation associate looking to deepen your expertise in financial services law while working on meaningful, complex cases, this opportunity offers the platform to grow your career within a top-tier national firm.

To find out more, you can apply to this advert. You don't need an updated resume; you can apply with your LinkedIn profile.

If you'd rather have a conversation before applying, please contact Joel Stevenson at Distinct North America. He places attorneys with law firms in Texas. You can find him on LinkedIn, or call him on 857-365-0545.