Associate Attorney — Transportation Injury (Hybrid)

Mayer LLP; Houston (TX); Híbrido; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid schedule

Health benefits

401(k) plan with firm match

Annual bar dues

Descripción de la vacante

Mayer LLP seeks an experienced attorney to join its litigation and insurance defense practice in Texas. The role emphasizes strategic defense work across transportation-related cases, requiring strong research, writing, and negotiation skills.

The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor and Texas bar admission with 3+ years of relevant experience, and be capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid in-office/remote setting.

Formación

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation/insurance defense.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Represent clients in transportation-related incidents, including auto and truck accidents, at various proceedings.
• Provide defense strategies to individuals, businesses, and insurance companies in transportation and personal injury matters.
• Conduct investigations, analyze evidence, assess liability, and tailor defense strategies.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings.
• Perform legal research and provide analysis on transportation and personal injury issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests; prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials.

Conocimientos

Litigation experience

Insurance defense

Research and writing

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Educación

Juris Doctor degree

Texas Bar admission

Herramientas

Westlaw

Harvey AI

iManage

Descripción del empleo

Mayer LLP seeks an experienced attorney to join its litigation and insurance defense practice in Texas. The role emphasizes strategic defense work across transportation-related cases, requiring strong research, writing, and negotiation skills.

The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor and Texas bar admission with 3+ years of relevant experience, and be capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid in-office/remote setting.