Insurance Defense Associate Attorney — Litigation & Strategy

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Houston, TX seeks an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic legal counsel in court, arbitrations, and depositions. This role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidate has a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, active Texas license, 2+ years in a practice group, strong writing and oral

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active license to practice law in state posted; additional bar admissions a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a practice group.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with administrative proceedings, depositions, and mediations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Professional demeanor with strong client-relations and communication skills.
• Must be responsive and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions.
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Expert witness retention and collaboration.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, and stakeholders to deliver strategic and practical legal advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with a high level of ownership and independence.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Oral advocacy

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Socket.dev in Houston, TX seeks an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic legal counsel in court, arbitrations, and depositions. This role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidate has a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, active Texas license, 2+ years in a practice group, strong writing and oral