Overview
A national litigation firm specializing in insurance defense is seeking experienced senior attorneys to join their team. The firm is known for its innovative approach to trial advocacy and is expanding nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-exposure cases with autonomy and to contribute to the firm's growth and success.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case themes that surpass plaintiff arguments
- Maintain high standards and refuse to accept mediocrity
- Independently manage court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Collaborate effectively with team members of varying experience levels
- Communicate routinely with clients
- Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active bar license in the State of Texas
- Minimum of 8 years of solid litigation experience, including litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
- Significant civil litigation and trial experience; first- or second-chair trial experience strongly preferred
- Ability to manage full case responsibilities, including discovery and trial
- Experience in insurance defense matters; excess insurance and commercial litigation experience preferred
- Proficiency with time management systems
- Skilled in taking and defending expert depositions
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities for junior attorneys and staff
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Spanish language skills are a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing litigation teams
- Strong courtroom presence and strategic thinking
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $150,000 to $200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with additional bonuses of $7,500 for each subsequent tier
- Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, and life insurance with average employer contributions ranging from $700 to $1,700 annually
- 401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the next 4-5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month) available to full-time attorneys after one year
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Employee Assistance Program
- In-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events
- Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
- Must hold an active bar license in the State of Texas
Equal Opportunity
The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on 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.
Additional Information
- No recruiters or agencies
- This position is open to remote work arrangements