Senior Counsel

Overview

This position involves senior-level insurance defense litigation work, including courtroom advocacy and leadership on complex, high-stakes matters. An active bar license in the State of Texas is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop case themes aimed at countering plaintiff attempts at sympathy or anger
• Handle matters independently, including court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage discovery and trial preparation across all facets of full case handling responsibilities
• Work collaboratively with attorneys at all experience levels
• Communicate routinely with clients
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Must be licensed in your state
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
• Experience with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $150,000 - 200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000, then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700-$1,700)
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100-$200/month
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
• Firm Provided CLE Programs and Paid Bar License Renewal Fees
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
• Defined pathway to partnership
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich relationships with colleagues

Location

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.

Equal Opportunity

Equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

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