Overview
This senior attorney role focuses on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The organization is seeking an experienced litigator to lead high-exposure matters, handle significant court activity independently, and provide direction to less experienced attorneys.
Please note: An active bar license in the State of Texas is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case themes
- Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Manage matters as part of a team across all levels of experience
- Communicate routinely with clients
- Cultivate relationships with current and prospective clients
- Provide leadership and direction for less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in your state (Texas active bar license required)
- 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
Pay Range: $150,000—$200,000 USD 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 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 ($100-$200/month) for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm
- 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 (Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative)
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
- Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunity 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.
No recruiters/agencies.