Associate Attorney

Jobot; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Parking reimbursement

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel opportunities

Casual environment

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Litigation Associate in Dallas to handle insurance defense matters from discovery through trial in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, 3–5 years of insurance defense experience, and bar admission, with excellent writing and advocacy skills. The role offers travel opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in insurance defense.
• Active state bar licensed and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense matters from discovery through trial.
• Review and analyze insurance policies and claims to advise on coverage.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Represent clients in court, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and hearings.
• Develop defense strategies and negotiate settlements.
• Maintain strong client relationships with regular updates on progress.
• Stay current on legal trends affecting insurance defense.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff for efficient case management.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Maira Gonzales

Salary: $130,000 - $220,000 per year

A bit about us

A nationally recognized litigation defense firm is seeking a Litigation Associate for an exciting opportunity. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of three to five years of litigation experience with complex high-exposure civil cases, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and be comfortable and competent to step into cases and prepare them for trial on tight time-frames. Willingness to travel required.

Why join us

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan
• Parking reimbursement and additional perks
• Flexible, collaborative, and casual work environment
• Hands-on litigation experience from discovery through trial on engaging cases nationwide
• Regular travel opportunities
• Hybrid work arrangement

Job Details

We are looking for a dynamic, highly-skilled, and experienced Permanent Associate Attorney to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who has a deep understanding of legal principles and a knack for insurance defense. The successful candidate will have the chance to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn and grow. This role will primarily focus on handling insurance defense cases, providing legal advice, and representing our clients in all stages of litigation.

Responsibilities

1. Manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense matters, including but not limited to personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death claims.
2. Review and analyze insurance policies, claims, and underwriting to provide legal advice regarding coverage issues.
3. Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs, and prepare discovery responses and requests.
4. Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and hearings.
5. Develop and implement defense strategies, negotiate settlements, and advise clients on legal risks and potential liabilities.
6. Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and updates on case progress.
7. Stay current on legal trends, rulings, and changes in laws and regulations that may impact insurance defense cases.
8. Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient and effective case management.

Qualifications

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in insurance defense, with a proven track record of successfully defending clients in complex litigation.
3. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
4. Exceptional legal research and writing skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and persuasive legal documents.
5. Strong negotiation skills and experience with alternative dispute resolution methods.
6. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to handle large amounts of information and make sound decisions under pressure.
7. High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and confidentiality.
8. Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
9. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients and colleagues.
10. Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
11. Strong commitment to client service and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.

If you are a seasoned attorney with a passion for insurance defense and a desire to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that values hard work, talent, and the ability to rise to challenges.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.