Experienced Trial Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for career growth and trial experience

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney in Houston, TX. The role involves managing a litigation caseload from inception to resolution, collaborating on trial strategies, and representing clients in commercial litigation and insurance defense.

Candidates must have a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and an active Texas Bar license in good standing, along with 5+ years of relevant experience. The firm offers health benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of experience in defense litigation, preferably in insurance defense.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and rules of evidence.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a litigation docket independently.
• Courtroom confidence and strong oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency with legal research software and litigation tools.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on defense litigation matters.
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and substantive filings.
• Prepare and respond to discovery, including drafting discovery motions.
• Manage all aspects of litigation, including depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Represent clients in court proceedings with professionalism.
• Develop case strategies and collaborate with senior attorneys and partners.
• Interview witnesses, conduct factual investigations, and gather evidence.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, including electronic records.
• Stay current on case law, statutes, and legal developments.
• Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards.

Skills

Strong knowledge of civil procedure and rules of evidence

Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills

Courtroom confidence and strong oral advocacy skills

Proficiency with legal research software and litigation tools

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Trial Attorney in Houston, TX. This position involves managing a litigation caseload from inception to resolution, collaborating on trial strategies, and representing clients in commercial litigation, insurance defense, and related civil trial matters.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and analysis on defense litigation matters.
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and substantive filings.
• Prepare and respond to discovery, including drafting discovery motions.
• Manage all aspects of litigation, including depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Represent clients in court proceedings with professionalism.
• Develop case strategies and collaborate with senior attorneys and partners.
• Interview witnesses, conduct factual investigations, and gather evidence.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, including electronic records.
• Stay current on case law, statutes, and legal developments.
• Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of experience in defense litigation, preferably in insurance defense.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and rules of evidence.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a litigation docket independently.
• Courtroom confidence and strong oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency with legal research software and litigation tools.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to high‑quality work.
• Ability to collaborate in a team‑oriented environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and rules of evidence.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Courtroom confidence and strong oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency with legal research software and litigation tools.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and trial experience.