Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a senior insurance defense attorney with strong trial and courtroom experience. The position involves independent case handling, leadership on high-exposure matters, and regular client communication. An active bar license in the State of Texas is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials
• Manage routine communications with clients
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
• Work as part of a team across all levels of experience
• Cultivate relationships with the organization’s existing and future clients
• Refuse to accept mediocrity, the average, the standard or the norm in anything

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
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Experience with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

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, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700-$1,700)
• 401(k) program including 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 include:

• 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, such as 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

• Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
• This position requires an active bar license in the State of Texas.