Litigation Associate

Gilder Search Group; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Germer PLLC in Austin, Texas seeks a Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of experience to support an active insurance defense docket and broader civil litigation practice. The role offers flexible work arrangements and opportunities to handle matters with increasing responsibility.

The ideal candidate will have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, be admitted to practice in Texas, and possess excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in Texas.
• 4–6 years of litigation experience preferred.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to grow as a litigator.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Prepare client reports and case evaluations.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations if necessary.
• Assist with case strategy and file management.
• Support trial preparation and participate in trial as appropriate.
• Manage deadlines across multiple active matters.

Skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Self-motivated

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Litigation Associate | Austin, Texas

Germer PLLC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 50 law firms in the State of Texas. The firm represents businesses, insurers, governmental entities, and individuals across a broad range of civil litigation matters and is known for its experienced trial lawyers and collaborative approach to client service. Germer PLLC is committed to attracting and developing talented attorneys who are seeking meaningful, hands-on litigation experience within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Germer PLLC is seeking a Litigation Associate with a minimum of 4 to 6 years of experience to join its Austin office. The Associate will assist with and, as experience allows, handle an active docket of matters, primarily supporting insurance defense matters while gaining exposure to the firm's broader civil litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an early career attorney who is eager to build practical courtroom and case management experience, while also providing a strong platform for more experienced candidates who are ready to take on increased responsibility. The firm offers flexible work arrangements that will be determined based on the candidate's experience, practice needs, and office alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Prepare client reports and case evaluations
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations if necessary
• Assist with case strategy and file management
• Support trial preparation and participate in trial as appropriate
• Manage deadlines across multiple active matters

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Texas
• 4 to 6 years of litigation experience preferred
• Excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to grow as a litigator

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401K and more. Some remote work can be an option and applicants who reside in the surrounding area will be considered.