Client Legal Services Attorney

Overview

This role involves litigating cases throughout the state of Texas as part of a Client Legal Services team. The attorney will work closely with claim centers and insured individuals to achieve optimal outcomes in pending litigation. The position focuses on providing high-quality representation in litigated matters involving auto, property, subrogation, and general liability claims, managing cases from inception through trial resolution.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues and conduct thorough legal research.
• Independently develop and present defense strategies for auto and general liability cases from inception through trial.
• Manage all aspects of case handling including discovery, trial preparation, and resolution.
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, motions, and briefs supporting defense strategies.
• Provide timely legal advice and services.
• Communicate professionally with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.
• Participate in claims file reviews and provide advice and training to claims partners and clients.
• Collaborate with the claims department to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risk, and negotiate settlements.
• Stay current on Texas insurance laws and advise internal teams accordingly.
• Independently participate in mediation, depositions, arbitration, trials, and settlement discussions.
• Attend continuing legal education seminars to maintain professional expertise.
• Integrate legal support staff into case handling and maintain software documentation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience handling bodily injury claims with proven trial expertise.
• Preferred first chair jury trial experience in negligence cases.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and prioritize effectively.
• Preferred experience handling personal injury litigation from inception to trial.
• Expertise in legal research and motion practice.
• Familiarity with Stowers and bad faith litigation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive, collaborative team player.
• Proficiency with Google Office and LexisNexis is a plus.
• Willingness to travel 10-15% within Texas for court and file-related appearances.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $121,700 - $152,200
• Eligible for competitive bonus and equity offerings

Location

• This position is based in Houston, Texas.

Additional Information

Candidates are required to participate in virtual interviews with video enabled to facilitate a more personal and engaging interview experience. This is a standard part of the interview process.