Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with firm match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

Professional development support

Job summary

Segal McCambridge, a nationally recognized litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its General Liability Defense Practice Group in Houston. This role offers a hybrid schedule, where you will manage your own case load, draft motions, conduct depositions, and appear in court. The firm emphasizes mentorship and professional development, offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k). Join a supportive environment committed to empowering its attorneys.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience on the defense side.
• Experience handling depositions and other key litigation activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own case load with partner oversight and mentorship.
• Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and handle discovery.
• Appear in court and play an active role in trials.

Skills

Active license to practice law in Texas

Legal research

Writing

Motion practice

Discovery

Communication skills

Organization skills

Time-management skills

Solution-oriented mindset

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a nationally recognized litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our General Liability Defense Practice Group in our Houston office. Our practice includes a wide range of matters—personal injury, premises liability, construction defect, product liability, trucking/transportation, professional liability, and more.

This is an outstanding opportunity for attorneys who want to sharpen their litigation skills, gain hands‑on case management experience, and work closely with highly respected trial lawyers who value mentorship, collaboration, and professional development.

This role offers a hybrid schedule with the flexibility to balance remote work and in-office collaboration.

What You’ll Do

As an associate at Segal McCambridge, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Manage your own case load with partner oversight and mentorship.
• Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and handle discovery.
• Appear in court and play an active role in trials.
• Work with sophisticated clients on complex, high‑stakes matters.

You’ll be part of a supportive, team‑oriented environment where initiative is encouraged and success is recognized.

What We’re Looking For

• Active license to practice law in Texas
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience on the defense side
• Strong skills in legal research, writing, motion practice, and discovery
• Experience handling depositions and other key litigation activities
• Excellent communication, organization, and time‑management skills
• A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset and eagerness to grow

Why Join Segal McCambridge?

At Segal McCambridge, we believe great lawyering happens when attorneys are supported, challenged, and empowered. Our associates are trusted with meaningful responsibility early on and receive direct access to partners who are committed to training the next generation of trial lawyers.

You’ll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses and business origination credit
• A strong work‑life balance and flexible hybrid work model
• Career growth and mentorship within a nationally recognized firm

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with firm match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program and wellness resources
• Professional development support and referral bonuses

About Segal McCambridge

Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge has grown from a four‑lawyer firm in Chicago to a national litigation powerhouse with offices in more than a dozen major cities across the U.S. Our attorneys represent Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation, including asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, insurance, life sciences, product liability, transportation, and more.

Join a firm where your talent, initiative, and drive are recognized and rewarded — and where you’ll have the resources and mentorship to build a meaningful, lasting career.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and include your resume.