Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a Senior Attorney to support the organization’s insurance defense and trial advocacy work. The position offers flexibility in where work is performed (office, hybrid, or remote) and emphasizes independent case handling, courtroom leadership, and strategic trial preparation.

Please note: An active bar license in the State of Texas is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme designed to respond effectively to opposing arguments.
• Handle matters independently, including court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including discovery and trial phases.
• Communicate routinely with clients.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys at all experience levels.
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $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 offered, 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 for 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.
• 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.
• Firm-wide charitable giving program.
• Numerous social and off-site events each year.

Location

Office, hybrid, or remote options available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides 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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