Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

Jobot; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot, a growing insurance defense practice, seeks an Associate Attorney in Humble, TX. The role involves meaningful litigation across insurance-related matters, working with seasoned attorneys in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will handle insurance defense, property claims, coverage disputes, or related civil litigation, with a J.D. and Texas license. Attorneys at varying levels of experience are encouraged to apply, with hybrid/remote options based on experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Texas license in good standing.
• Experience handling insurance defense, civil litigation, property claims, or related matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and a litigation caseload.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload involving first-party property, insurance coverage, and general liability defense.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Manage written discovery and participate in depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and others throughout cases.
• Develop case strategies and pursue efficient, favorable resolutions.
• Support coverage analysis, claim evaluation, and litigation strategy.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Litigation management

Client communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

$120000 - $170000 per year | Humble, TX | On-site | Permanent

Meaningful insurance litigation experience across multiple practice areas.

A growing insurance defense practice is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Texas team. This is an opportunity for an attorney to take on meaningful litigation work across a broad range of insurance-related matters while working alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling insurance defense, property claims, coverage disputes, or related civil litigation. Attorneys with less experience but a strong interest in developing a career in insurance litigation are also encouraged to apply.

Why join us?

Why Consider the Opportunity?

• Meaningful insurance litigation experience across multiple practice areas.
• Exposure to first-party property, coverage, and general insurance defense matters.
• Collaborative team environment with access to experienced attorneys.
• Opportunity to take ownership of cases and develop courtroom and litigation skills.
• Hybrid flexibility with the potential for fully remote work based on experience.
• Strong opportunity for long-term growth within a specialized insurance litigation practice.

Job Details

What You'll Do

• Handle a caseload involving first-party property, insurance coverage, and general liability defense matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Manage written discovery and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Communicate with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and other parties throughout the life of a case.
• Develop case strategies and work toward efficient and favorable resolutions.
• Assist with coverage analysis, claim evaluation, and litigation strategy.
• Maintain strong organization and communication across an active caseload.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff while taking increasing ownership of assigned matters.

What We're Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Texas and in good standing.
• Experience with insurance defense, civil litigation, property claims, coverage, or a related practice area preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and a litigation caseload.
• Strong attention to detail and a practical, client-focused approach.
• Attorneys at varying levels of experience will be considered.

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