Associate Attorney - Dallas, TX

Jobot; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot's sophisticated Dallas litigation team is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our busy practice. The role targets Texas-licensed attorneys with 5–10 years of complex civil litigation experience who will work closely with partners and senior attorneys on high-value matters.

With exposure to first-party and third-party insurance coverage, construction, professional liability, medical malpractice, and transportation cases, you will manage substantive responsibilities through the

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
• Approximately 5–10 years of practicing attorney experience.
• Civil litigation, insurance defense, commercial litigation, or related defense experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clients with practical legal advice and strategic case guidance.
• Evaluate liability, damages, coverage issues, defenses, and potential exposure.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, reports, and other litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives.
• Attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution.
• Manage discovery, experts, deadlines, and case-development strategy.
• Assist with trial preparation and courtroom advocacy.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex litigation matters.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, recommendations, and resolution strategy.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Sophisticated Dallas Litigation Team - No Billable Requirements!!!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sharon Brown

Salary: $140,000 - $190,000 per year

A bit about us

We are an established Texas litigation practice representing insurers, businesses, professionals, property owners, and transportation companies in sophisticated civil disputes. Our Dallas office handles a diverse range of matters in both state and federal courts, including insurance coverage, construction litigation, professional liability, commercial disputes, medical malpractice, premises liability, and high-exposure transportation cases.

Our attorneys are known for providing practical legal guidance, developing thoughtful litigation strategies, and delivering strong advocacy throughout every stage of a matter.

Why join us

• Work alongside experienced partners and senior attorneys on complex, high-value litigation
• Gain exposure to several sophisticated defense and commercial litigation practice areas
• Take an active role in case strategy, discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Handle meaningful responsibility while receiving support from an established litigation team
• Build direct relationships with insurers, businesses, professionals, and other organizational clients
• Develop both courtroom and client-advisory experience
• Join a collaborative Dallas-based legal team with opportunities for long-term professional growth

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join a busy Dallas litigation practice. This position is well suited for a Texas-licensed attorney with approximately 5–10 years of experience who has handled complex civil litigation or has a strong interest in expanding within one or more of the following areas:

• First-party and third-party insurance coverage
• Construction defect and construction litigation
• Professional liability
• Business and commercial litigation
• Medical malpractice
• Premises liability
• Trucking and transportation litigation

The attorney will work closely with partners and senior associates while managing substantive responsibilities throughout the life of each case.

Responsibilities

• Provide clients with practical legal advice and strategic case guidance
• Evaluate liability, damages, coverage issues, defenses, and potential exposure
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, reports, and other litigation documents
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives
• Attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings
• Negotiate settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution
• Manage discovery, experts, deadlines, and case-development strategy
• Assist with trial preparation and courtroom advocacy
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex litigation matters
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, recommendations, and resolution strategy

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active Texas Bar license in good standing
• Approximately 5–10 years of practicing attorney experience
• Civil litigation, insurance defense, commercial litigation, or related defense experience preferred
• Experience or demonstrated interest in one or more of the listed practice areas
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Experience handling discovery, depositions, mediation, and motion practice
• State and federal court experience preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and client-service abilities
• Ability to manage matters independently while working effectively with a team

Salary: $140,000–$190,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and relevant practice-area background.

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.

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