Litigation Associate Attorney

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Salary: $110,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a full-service Texas law firm has over 100 attorneys across offices in Austin, Beaumont, Houston, San Antonio, and Tyler. It offers a broad range of legal services, including civil litigation, business transactions, and professional counsel, and is recognized as one of the premier firms in Texas.

Why join us?

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Dependent Care, Transit/Commuter
Life Insurance & Long Term Disability Insurance; Short-Term Disability
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Mentorship Opportunities
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Outstanding bonus/incentive plan
Emphasis on work/life balance

Job Details

Job Details

We are currently seeking a dynamic and highly-skilled Litigation Associate Attorney to join our prestigious law firm. The successful candidate will be a key player in our fast-paced, high-stakes litigation team, primarily focusing on insurance defense litigation. You will be part of a supportive team environment that values your contributions and helps you grow professionally while delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

As a Litigation Associate Attorney, your primary responsibilities will include:

1. Representing clients in all stages of insurance defense litigation, from inception to resolution.
2. Conducting thorough legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
3. Engaging in discovery, taking and defending depositions, and arguing motions.
4. Developing case strategies based on the review and analysis of evidence and legal precedent.
5. Managing relationships with clients, opposing counsel, judges, and court staff.
6. Preparing for and participating in trials, hearings, mediations, and settlements.
7. Advising clients on their legal rights, obligations, and potential liabilities.
8. Staying abreast of current trends and changes in insurance defense litigation.
9. Collaborating with team members to ensure a high level of client service and satisfaction.
10. Participating in professional development activities to maintain and enhance legal knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the Litigation Associate Attorney position will possess the following qualifications:

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
3. A minimum of 2 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
4. Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of cases independently and effectively.
6. Proven track record of achieving favorable results for clients in insurance defense litigation.
7. Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
8. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
9. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
10. High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
11. Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

If you have a passion for litigation, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to defend the interests of our clients, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading law firm and contribute to our ongoing success.

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