Associate Attorney
| Hours | Full-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Houston, Texas |
About this job
Job Description
Brown Sims is a respected litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for providing exceptional legal representation to insurers, businesses, and professionals throughout Texas and across the United States. Our attorneys handle complex litigation matters in state and federal courts, delivering practical legal solutions and outstanding client service. We foster a collaborative and professional environment where attorneys are empowered to develop their skills, build meaningful client relationships, and grow their careers.
Join Brown Sims' Houston office as an Associate Attorney and become part of a dynamic litigation team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced shareholders, manage a diverse caseload, and gain hands-on experience in state and federal litigation while representing clients in insurance defense and coverage matters.
How Will You Make a Difference?
- Manage a diverse caseload from file inception through resolution.
- Work collaboratively with a supervising shareholder to develop and execute litigation strategies.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
- Prepare and respond to written discovery and develop case-specific discovery plans.
- Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal and factual issues.
- Develop and execute litigation plans designed to achieve favorable client outcomes.
- Prepare initial client reports and provide ongoing updates throughout the life of a case.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.
- Participate in and conduct depositions, mediations, and court hearings.
- Assist with trial preparation and other critical litigation activities.
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism, responsiveness, and client service.
What Will You Bring to the Table?
- 0–4 years of experience in civil litigation, federal litigation, insurance defense, insurance coverage, or a related practice area.
- Ability to manage a diverse caseload while working collaboratively with supervising attorneys.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Experience drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
- Ability to draft and respond to discovery and develop strategic discovery plans.
- Ability to develop and execute litigation strategies and plans of action.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prepare client reports and effectively communicate case developments.
- Experience participating in depositions, mediations, hearings, or similar litigation proceedings.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Strong work ethic, professionalism, and a desire to grow within a litigation practice.
Why Brown Sims?
When you join our team, we offer:
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
- Hybrid work flexibility.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Life Insurance.
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Match.
- Paid Vacation.
- Paid Sick Leave.
- Paid Holidays.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities.
- Employer-Paid Parking.
- Mentorship from experienced litigators and opportunities for professional development.
- A collaborative culture focused on excellence, client service, and career growth.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Brown Sims PC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees are respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. We value diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and believe they strengthen our ability to serve our clients and our communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Brown Sims PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.