Associate Counsel (Remote)

Overview

An organization is seeking an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in Texas courts and handle first-party insurance defense matters. This position is part of the Staff Counsel team located in Houston, Texas.

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 manage pleadings, motions, and discovery processes
• Conduct 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
• 2-6+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense, personal injury, or related fields
• Must maintain licensing requirements including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
• 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
• 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
• Final salary offer depends on role scope, candidate experience, education, location, and market factors
• Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with 6% match, performance incentives, tuition assistance
• Access to mental healthcare, fertility and adoption assistance
• Workplace flexibility with options to work remotely within commutable distance to the Houston office

Location

• Remote position within commutable distance to Houston, Texas office

Additional Information

• The employer will 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, disability, or other protected status.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
• The organization maintains a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and intimidation.