First-Party Insurance Defense Attorney — Hybrid

Orion Placement; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an experienced attorney for a hybrid role focusing on insurance fraud and litigation in Houston, Texas. You will handle first-party insurance claims, draft legal documents, and analyze coverage issues.

This position offers flexibility, performance-based bonuses, and a supportive culture promoting work-life balance. A valid Texas or Florida bar license and significant litigation experience are essential for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of insurance defense or closely related litigation experience.
• Ability to manage cases independently with appropriate support.
• Insurance defense firm background strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend first-party insurance claims through all stages of litigation.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
• Analyze coverage issues and develop strategic litigation strategies.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Deposition skills

Case management

Education

Active Texas or Florida bar license in good standing

Job description

About the job Insurance Defense Attorney

Pay: $100,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated, high-impact insurance fraud and coverage litigation that truly matters
• Join a growing litigation practice where your work is visible, valued, and influential
• Hybrid flexibility with genuine respect for work-life balance
• Opportunity to take meaningful responsibility, including depositions and motion practice
• Collaborate with experienced litigators who care deeply about ethics, integrity, and results
• Performance-based bonuses and long-term growth potential for strong contributors

Location

Houston, Texas or Coconut Creek, Florida — hybrid roles offering a balanced mix of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility for experienced attorneys.

Note

This role requires active bar licensure in the state where you will practice and more than one year of relevant litigation experience. Strong insurance defense experience is preferred, and candidates with solid first-party insurance defense backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

About Us

We are a litigation-focused law firm dedicated to fighting insurance fraud and challenging misconduct that impacts insurers, policyholders, and the public. Our work goes beyond defending cases — we aim to improve the industry by exposing wrongdoing and demanding accountability. Practicing here means being part of a mission-driven team that values excellence, courage, and meaningful impact. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Defend first-party insurance claims through all stages of litigation
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Take and defend depositions of parties, experts, and fact witnesses
• Analyze coverage issues and develop strategic litigation strategies
• Communicate directly with clients and collaborate with a team of skilled litigators
• Manage caseloads efficiently while maintaining high-quality written work

Qualifications

• Active Texas or Florida bar license in good standing
• 2+ years of insurance defense or closely related litigation experience
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and deposition skills
• Ability to manage cases independently with appropriate support
• Insurance defense firm background strongly preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be trusted with real responsibility, supported by experienced attorneys, and encouraged to grow without burnout. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and purpose-driven litigation that creates real impact.