Sr. Liability Trial Attorney - Houston

Overview

An established commercial insurance carrier is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join their Staff Legal Team based in Houston, Texas. This role offers flexibility to work from home with access to a local office and support staff. The attorney will represent commercial insureds by preparing and trying moderate to high exposure General Liability cases from a varied and challenging caseload.

Responsibilities

• Represent insured clients in all phases of litigation, including initial investigation, legal analysis, and advice
• Evaluate damages and prepare and file legal pleadings and documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare for pre-trial discovery
• Handle hearings and trials aggressively and conduct post-trial activities as appropriate
• Demonstrate strong case analysis and effective settlement and trial skills
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Mentor less experienced attorneys and provide leadership and training within the organization

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree
• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience
• Membership in the Texas State Bar in good standing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Experience using Lexis or Westlaw
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims handling, and insurance defense litigation environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance claims and general commercial litigation, including wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises liability, and personal injury cases from inception through trial
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proactive approach to file handling and caseload management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Relevant first chair jury trial experience
• Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients
• Efficient work habits with knowledge of billables and diary review
• Understanding of the staff counsel function and its role in business
• Extensive knowledge of law and procedure
• Prior experience in an insurance defense environment
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• PC literate

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 (national average, may vary by location)
• Short-term incentive bonus eligibility: 15%
• Competitive pay based on role, location, skills, and experience
• Eligibility for bonuses and merit increases
• Comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families

Location

• Houston, Texas (with virtual office and remote work options available)

Additional Information

• Full-time position
• Employment sponsorship is not offered
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
• Compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing employment and professional conduct