General Liability Defense Attorney – Hybrid– Texas Admission Required (Full-Time)

Career Developers; Dallas (TX); Hybride; USD 140 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus program

Unlimited PTO for Attorneys

Career development and mentorship

Résumé du poste

Career Developers is seeking a General Liability Defense Attorney for a hybrid role in Dallas, Texas. Admission to Texas is required, with 4–10+ years of litigation experience in general liability or related areas. JD from an ABA-accredited law school is essential.

Travel to Beaumont/Lufkin may be required for court appearances and depositions. Join a collaborative national firm with mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• TX admission to practice is required
• 4–10+ years of litigation experience, preferably in general liability, premises liability, insurance defense, or labor & employment
• Must reside in or near Beaumont and Lufkin and be available for court appearances, depositions, and occasional office visits
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials

Responsabilités

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
• Communicate with clients and provide strategic case updates
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations
• Attend court appearances, hearings, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices on complex matters

Connaissances

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Formation

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Description du poste

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Career Developers Inc., a distinguished staffing and consulting firm, is proud to celebrate 30 years of service excellence. As a GSA Contract holder, we offer comprehensive staffing solutions for both commercial and government sectors nationwide. By selectively partnering with clients who share our values, we ensure productive collaborations that set us apart in the industry. Our dedication to candidates involves managing expectations with precision through business intelligence, thorough interview preparation, transparent communication, and exceptional feedback throughout the process.

We are committed to advancing your career and look forward to supporting your professional growth.

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General Liability Defense Attorney – Hybrid– Texas Admission Required (Full-TIme)

Location: Hybrid schedule in Dallas, Texas

Salary: $140K - $170K Base Salary

Must Haves:

• Admission to practice in Texas required
• 4-10+ years of litigation experience, preferably in general liability, premises liability, insurance defense, or labor & employment
• Must reside in or near Beaumont and Lufkin and be available for court appearances, depositions, and occasional office visits.
• JD from an ABA accredited law school with strong academic credentials

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated general liability defense matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Our attorneys receive meaningful hands‑on experience, direct client interaction, and strong mentorship while representing businesses, insurers, and insureds in a broad range of complex litigation matters.

Associates are given the opportunity to take an active role in all phases of litigation, including case strategy, motion practice, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will be a motivated attorney who is eager to develop litigation skills, assume increasing responsibility, and build a successful long-term practice within a growing national law firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery demands and responses, and other litigation-related documents
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance and regular case updates
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
• Participate in court appearances, inspections, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation
• Handle a broad range of general liability defense matters, including premises liability, insurance defense, and labor & employment
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in Texas required
• 4-10+ years of litigation experience, preferably in general liability, premises liability, insurance defense, or labor & employment
• Must reside in or near Beaumont and Lufkin and be available for court appearances, depositions, and occasional office visits.
• JD from an ABA accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Exceptional writing, research, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience

• General liability defense litigation
• Premises liability matters
• Labor & Employment litigation
• Insurance Defense litigation
• Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, and court appearances
• Experience working with insurance carriers and insured clients

Why KD?

• Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program
• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
• Uncapped opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Collaborative, team-first culture with strong mentorship and support
• Sophisticated, meaningful litigation work with direct client exposure
• Meaningful hands‑on experience and early responsibility
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package