Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Litchfield Cavo LLP; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Cavo LLP's Dallas/Fort Worth office is seeking a well-rounded Associate Attorney with two to five years of insurance defense or similar litigation experience who is licensed to practice in Texas.

You will handle pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, research, and client interactions in state and federal courts, contributing to a forward-thinking firm that values professional development and collegial teamwork.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Texas (Texas Bar).
• 2–5 years of insurance defense or similar litigation experience.
• Strong research, drafting, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Review client documents and draft case evaluations.
• Participate in mediations and court appearances; and,
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal Research

Analytical Skills

Written Communication

Attention to detail

Case management

Court Procedures

MS Office

Education

Licensed to practice in Texas (Texas Bar)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Litchfield Cavo LLP's Dallas/Fort Worth office is seeking a well-rounded Associate Attorney with two to five years of insurance defense or similar litigation experience who is licensed to practice in Texas.

You will handle pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, research, and client interactions in state and federal courts, contributing to a forward-thinking firm that values professional development and collegial teamwork.