Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a senior attorney position with a defense litigation focus. An active bar license in the State of Texas is required.

The position involves independently handling high-stakes litigation matters, providing routine client communication, and offering leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes for trial and dispute resolution
• Refuse to accept mediocrity and consistently work toward exceptional results
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Collaborate with a team across experience levels
• Provide routine communications 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
• 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 with 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 (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
• 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 Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year

Location

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal employment opportunity is provided 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.