Associate Counsel - Houston, TX (Remote)

Overview

An organization is seeking an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in Texas courts, focusing on first party insurance defense. This position is based with the Staff Counsel team located in Houston, Texas, and offers a remote work option within commutable distance to the office.

Responsibilities

• Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
• Provide opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
• Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery processes, including depositions, examinations before trial, and examinations under oath
• Defend assigned matters through trial or dispositive hearings as applicable

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required
• Admission to and good standing with the Texas Bar required
• 2 to 6+ years of litigation experience related to insurance defense and/or personal injury
• Ability to travel as needed for trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences
• Strong written communication skills to document files clearly and professionally
• Ability to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts, and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Capacity to learn and apply extensive technical and procedural information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in civil litigation
• Insurance defense-related litigation experience
• Professional communication skills in person, by telephone, and in written correspondence

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $112,750.00 - $175,275.00
• Salary offer depends on role scope, candidate experience, education, training, work location, and market considerations
• Comprehensive benefits including competitive compensation, 401(k) plan with 6% match vested from day one, performance and recognition incentives, and tuition assistance
• Additional benefits such as mental healthcare, fertility and adoption assistance
• Workplace flexibility with options to work remotely and participate in flexible work programs

Location

• Remote work option available within commutable distance to Houston, Texas office

Additional Information

• The employer does not sponsor new applicants for employment authorization for this position
• Equal employment opportunity is provided regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other protected status
• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities
• The work environment promotes respect, inclusion, and a harassment-free atmosphere