Insurance Defense Associate – Austin

Segal McCambridge; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Dental insurance

Short and long term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Segal McCambridge, a leading national litigation firm, seeks associates for its insurance practice in Austin, Texas. This role offers the chance to manage litigation cases related to large national insurance carriers, allowing for independence in assignments while receiving mentorship from seasoned partners. Candidates must hold a current Texas law license and possess strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. Benefits include competitive salary with bonuses, 401(k) savings plan, health insurance, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Current, active license to practice law in Texas.
• Excellent legal-research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, motion practice, written discovery, and depositions.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to produce top quality work.
• Willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation related to case assignments.
• Support senior team members with litigation matters.
• Manage own case assignments in an active litigation docket.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Advocacy skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Proactive ownership

Education

Active license to practice law in Texas

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a leading national litigation firm, seeks associates for its insurance practice in Austin, Texas. This role offers the chance to manage litigation cases related to large national insurance carriers, allowing for independence in assignments while receiving mentorship from seasoned partners. Candidates must hold a current Texas law license and possess strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. Benefits include competitive salary with bonuses, 401(k) savings plan, health insurance, and professional development support.