Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense (3–5 Years Experience)

JOHANSON, FAIRLESS & TAYLOR, L.L.P.; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vis

Job summary

Johanson, Fairless & Taylor, LLP in Sugar Land, TX seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join our civil litigation team. The role focuses on first- and third-party insurance defense with meaningful client contact and direct exposure to trial work.

Candidates must have a J.D., be licensed in Texas, and 3–5 years of civil litigation experience, with strong legal research, writing, and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and eligibility to practice law in Texas.
• 3–5 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Manage an active litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and develop strategic discovery plans.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with partners.
• Communicate effectively with clients and provide timely case status reports.
• Maintain accurate billing entries and comply with case management requirements.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and achieve successful outcomes.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Team player

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Johanson, Fairless & Taylor, LLP is a respected civil litigation firm specializing primarily in first- and third-party insurance defense. Our practice includes a wide variety of personal injury, property damage, and breach of contract claims. We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our team in our Sugar Land, Texas office.

We pride ourselves on providing a collaborative, family-friendly work environment where attorneys are encouraged to take ownership of their cases, develop their litigation skills, and grow professionally. This position offers meaningful hands-on experience, direct client interaction, and long-term opportunities for advancement based on performance and workflow.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and develop strategic discovery plans.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with partners.
• Communicate effectively with clients and provide timely case status reports.
• Maintain accurate billing entries and comply with case management requirements.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and achieve successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and eligibility to practice law in Texas.
• 3–5 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth