Insurance Defense / General Liability Defense Attorney

Law firm; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a leading law firm in Dallas, seeks an Associate Attorney with 3 to 12 years of experience to join the litigation team. The focus will be on general liability and insurance defense, offering opportunities to handle complex cases in a collaborative, client‑focused environment.

You will manage all aspects of litigation from pleadings and discovery to depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation, conduct legal research, and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 3–15 years of experience in general liability and/or transportation liability defense.
• Active license in good standing to practice law.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skill.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skill.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitration.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carrier.
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with senior attorneys and partner.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Advocacy skills

Case management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

My client, a top law firm, is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 3 to 12 years of experience to join their Dallas litigation team.

This position will focus on general liability/insurance defense, providing a unique opportunity to handle complex cases in a collaborative and client-focused environment

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motion
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitration
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carrier
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with senior attorneys and partner

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 3 – 15 years of experience in general liability and/or transportation liability defense
• Active license/ In good standing to practice la
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skill
• Excellent communication and advocacy skill
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $150k-225k base. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.