Civil Litigation Associate: Defense & Trials, Hybrid

Orion Placement; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Texas seeks an experienced attorney to manage a diverse civil defense docket, including personal injury, catastrophic loss, and insurance defense matters. You will develop litigation strategies from initial evaluation through resolution and contribute to depositions, motions, and hearings.

The role offers hybrid work options after onboarding, a substantial annual billable-hour target, and opportunities for professional growth through collaboration with seasoned trial lawyers.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 2+ years of Civil Litigation experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Active Texas bar license for Texas-based positions.
• Experience in personal injury defense, insurance defense, or catastrophic loss litigation preferred.
• Experience conducting depositions, preparing motions, and managing discovery.
• Trial experience or strong interest in developing courtroom skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving personal injury defense, catastrophic injury, insurance defense, and complex civil litigation.
• Develop litigation strategies and handle cases from initial evaluation through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Work closely with expert witnesses, clients, and litigation support professionals.
• Analyze evidence, evaluate case exposure, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Maintain clear communication with clients regarding case developments and litigation strategy.
• Independently manage deadlines, litigation priorities, and case preparation.
• Meet an annual billable-hour target of approximately 2,000 hours.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Orion Placement in Texas seeks an experienced attorney to manage a diverse civil defense docket, including personal injury, catastrophic loss, and insurance defense matters. You will develop litigation strategies from initial evaluation through resolution and contribute to depositions, motions, and hearings.

The role offers hybrid work options after onboarding, a substantial annual billable-hour target, and opportunities for professional growth through collaboration with seasoned trial lawyers.