Position Title: Partner – Tier 1 Law Firm – Banking
Location: Dallas or Houston, Texas
Firm Overview
My client, a Tier 1 law firm with offices across the country, is known for delivering innovative, industry-focused legal counsel. The firm has a deep bench of attorneys spanning a broad spectrum of practice areas—ranging from corporate and litigation to intellectual property and finance—collaborating across industries and geographies to meet the growing, complex needs of its clients. Within the Banking practice, the firm works closely with financial institutions, private lenders, and corporate borrowers on an array of matters, from commercial financing and lending to regulatory compliance and M&A.
Role Summary
My client is currently seeking a Partner to join its Dallas or Houston office and lead its Banking practice in Texas. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in banking law—particularly in areas such as commercial lending, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions involving financial institutions, and restructuring. This is an excellent opportunity to grow a robust banking practice within a firm that highly values collaboration, client service, and continuous innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Relationship Management: Serve as a trusted advisor to a range of financial-sector clients, from regional community banks to national banking institutions.
- Practice Leadership: Drive the strategic direction and growth of the Banking practice in Dallas or Houston, partnering with other leaders across the firm.
- Business Development: Identify and cultivate opportunities to expand client relationships, including cross-selling services to existing firm clients. Participate in marketing and client-engagement initiatives supported by the firm’s dedicated Marketing Department.
- Team Mentorship & Development: Mentor associates and junior partners, helping them build legal acumen and sector knowledge. Lead training initiatives or seminars to further knowledge-sharing within the Banking practice group.
- Strategic Advisory: Advise clients on banking regulatory compliance, commercial finance, loan documentation, M&A of financial institutions, and other complex banking matters.
- Collaboration & Cross-Functional Work: Collaborate with other practice groups—such as corporate, litigation, and real estate—to deliver comprehensive solutions that address clients’ business objectives.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Texas (or eligibility to become licensed in Texas).
- A minimum of 7+ years of experience practicing banking law, including client-facing work in regulatory, transactional, or litigation matters.
- Proven Book of Business or strong business development acumen with the ability to contribute to the continued success and growth of the Banking practice.
- Demonstrated ability to lead case teams, manage client engagements, and mentor junior lawyers.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal strategies to diverse audiences.
Compensation & Benefits
My client’s compensation and benefits package is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented attorneys who embody the firm’s mission and values. Compensation for this role will be competitive and commensurate with each candidate’s experience, background, and business development potential. Key benefits include:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (with firm contributions to a Health Savings Account)
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Professional Liability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching and discretionary contributions
- Paid Time Off (starting at three weeks)
- Paid Dues & Expenses (bar, court, CLE)
- Bonus Program (both objective and subjective components)
- Flexible Work Environment with a “dress for your day” policy
- Parental Leave (maternity and paternity) and family benefits covering same-sex partnerships
Advancement & Performance Reviews
- Growth: While many partners join through traditional tracks, my client embraces alternative models and individualized career paths for attorneys with distinct professional backgrounds and personal needs.
- Regular Performance Evaluations: Transparent feedback processes, goal-setting discussions, and holistic performance reviews.
- Bonus Eligibility: Partners are eligible for both an objective quarterly bonus (based on billable hours) and a subjective bonus that recognizes contributions such as client service, mentoring, pro bono work, marketing, and business generation.
Professional Development
- Practice Group Seminars & Industry Updates: Regular in-office programs led by partners to discuss emerging trends and legal developments in banking law, emphasizing practical strategies for helping financial-sector clients.
- Mentorship & Skill Development: Clear benchmarks for skill progression, with opportunities to learn from experienced practitioners and engage in high-level client work early on.
- Business Development Support: A dedicated Marketing Department assists with identifying client opportunities and creating tailored marketing materials and presentations, ensuring you have the resources to grow your book of business.
Why Join This Firm?
- Collaboration & Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, inclusivity, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Industry-Focused Approach: Join a team deeply immersed in the banking sector, offering fresh perspectives and solutions to clients’ evolving challenges.
- Firm-Wide Resources: Leverage a broad network for client development, cross-selling opportunities, and shared knowledge platforms.
- Client-Centric Mindset: Be part of a firm committed to delivering high-value, client-focused representation, bolstered by industry insight and legal proficiency.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates interested in the Partner – Banking role should email Josh Raymond at joshr@oculusgroup.com.