First-Party Property Damage Litigator for Homeowners

Orionplacement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Performance reviews

Career growth opportunities

Bonuses

Job summary

Confidential Employer in the United States seeks a 1st Party Property Damage Litigation Attorney to join a growing plaintiff-side practice. You will manage first-party property damage litigation from intake through resolution, handling homeowners' insurance disputes and bad faith claims in Colorado (Denver) or Texas (Houston).

Candidates must have a Juris Doctor and at least two years of litigation experience, strong writing and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a caseload

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.
• First-party property damage or insurance litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage first-party property damage litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Represent homeowners in insurance coverage and bad faith disputes.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions of insureds, adjusters, experts, and corporate representatives.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation and arbitration.
• Represent clients at hearings, court appearances, and trial as needed.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case strategy and progress.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to deliver outstanding client service.
• Stay current on developments in applicable state insurance law and first-party property litigation.

Skills

Legal writing

Negotiation

Advocacy

Communication

Client relationships

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Confidential Employer in the United States seeks a 1st Party Property Damage Litigation Attorney to join a growing plaintiff-side practice. You will manage first-party property damage litigation from intake through resolution, handling homeowners' insurance disputes and bad faith claims in Colorado (Denver) or Texas (Houston).

Candidates must have a Juris Doctor and at least two years of litigation experience, strong writing and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a caseload