Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense & Litigation (TX)

Litchfield Cavo LLP.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant nationwide litigation defense firm seeking an Associate Attorney for its Dallas/Fort Worth office. The candidate should have two to five years of insurance defense or similar litigation experience and must be licensed to practice in Texas.

The firm provides a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and strong opportunities for professional development. You will handle a variety of matters in state and federal courts, draft pleadings and motions, conduct

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited school.
• Licensed to practice in Texas.
• Two to five years of insurance defense or similar litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Review client documents and draft case evaluations.
• Participate in mediations and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

MS Office

Case management

Education

Texas Bar license

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant nationwide litigation defense firm seeking an Associate Attorney for its Dallas/Fort Worth office. The candidate should have two to five years of insurance defense or similar litigation experience and must be licensed to practice in Texas.

The firm provides a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and strong opportunities for professional development. You will handle a variety of matters in state and federal courts, draft pleadings and motions, conduct