Associate Attorney - Litigation Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental/vision plan

Phone reimbursement

Bar fees covered

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Houston, TX seeks an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience, specializing in personal injury defense and transportation litigation. This role offers a path to partnership after five years, with credit for prior experience may be considered.

Licensed to practice in Texas, you will deliver client-focused service, work with a team to meet deadlines, and may travel locally or statewide as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas, in good standing.
• Travel to local/statewide locations may be required.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation defense matters.
• Provide excellent client service efficiently.
• Explain complex legal principles clearly to non-experts.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with a team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter mindset

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience for its Houston, TX office. The ideal candidate will have a background in personal injury defense and transportation litigation. This role offers a path to partnership, with eligibility after five years, and credit for prior experience may be considered.

Duties

• Handle legal matters related to civil litigation defense.
• Provide excellent client service efficiently and effectively.
• Communicate complex legal principles clearly to non-experts.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with a team and meet deadlines.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Licensed to practice and in good standing in the State of Texas.
• Occasional local and state-wide travel may be required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented problem solver.
• Self-starter with a client-first mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus plan.
• 401(k)/profit sharing after one year of service.
• Medical insurance fully paid for attorneys and dependents.
• Dental and vision insurance available at low rates.
• Cell phone reimbursement, life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Annual state bar fees covered by the firm.