Litigation Attorney

CyberCoders, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401k

HSA

State Bar Dues

Continuing Education

Paid Parking

Job summary

CyberCoders, Inc. is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney to join our defense-focused litigation team in Dallas.

You will handle insurance-related matters, personal injury, product liability and catastrophic loss cases from intake through trial. The successful candidate will draft pleadings and motions, take and defend depositions, coordinate with experts, manage discovery, and mentor junior attorneys while upholding the highest ethical standards.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the practice jurisdiction.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience, defending insurers and handling PI, product liability and catastrophic loss.
• Experience taking/defending depositions; strong motion practice and advocacy.
• Proven ability to coordinate with experts and manage discovery workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense and insurance litigation, including PI, product liability and catastrophic loss claims.
• Conduct intake, factual investigation and develop litigation strategy and case plans.
• Draft, file and respond to pleadings, motions, briefs and other court documents; prepare affidavits and legal memoranda.
• Plan, prepare for and take and defend depositions; coordinate deposition strategy with witnesses and experts.
• Conduct discovery, analyze evidence and manage electronic discovery processes.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, settlements and trials; negotiate resolutions.
• Mentor junior attorneys and review work product; maintain case files and billing records.

Skills

Civil litigation

Trial experience

Deposition strategy

Negotiation skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Tools

e-discovery tools

Job description

Litigation Attorney

Location: Hybrid - Dallas, TX

Compensation

Base $130K-$160K + Quarterly Bonuses up to $10K

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney to join our defense-focused litigation team handling insurance-related matters, personal injury, product liability and catastrophic loss cases. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse caseload from intake through trial, draft pleadings and motions, conduct and defend depositions, coordinate with experts and clients, and pursue efficient, favorable resolutions while maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense and insurance litigation matters, including personal injury, product liability and catastrophic loss claims.
• Conduct case intake, factual investigation and legal analysis to develop litigation strategy and case plans.
• Draft, file and respond to pleadings, motions, briefs and other court documents; prepare affidavits and legal memoranda.
• Plan, prepare for and take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses and experts; prepare witnesses and coordinate deposition strategy.
• Conduct discovery, analyze evidence and manage electronic discovery processes and document production.
• Work with experts, investigators and consultants to develop and present technical and factual evidence.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, settlement conferences and trials; argue motions and present oral advocacy as needed.
• Negotiate settlements and coordinate resolution strategies with clients, adjusters and opposing counsel to achieve timely and cost-effective outcomes.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with clients, claims professionals and internal teams regarding case status, strategy and cost considerations.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals and support staff; review work product and provide feedback.
• Maintain accurate case files, billing records and comply with court rules, firm policies and professional ethics.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active admission to the state bar in the jurisdiction of practice.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably defending insurance carriers and handling personal injury, product liability and catastrophic loss matters; trial experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience taking and defending depositions and preparing effective deposition strategy and witness preparation.
• Proven motion practice skills, including drafting and arguing dispositive, evidentiary and discovery motions.
• Strong legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills; ability to draft clear, persuasive briefs and client communications.
• Experience working with experts (medical, engineering, vocational, etc.) and coordinating expert discovery and testimony.
• Familiarity with e-discovery tools, document management systems and litigation technology.
• Excellent negotiation skills and a track record of achieving favorable settlements where appropriate.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and produce high-quality work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional demeanor, strong client-service orientation and commitment to ethical practice.

Benefits

• Base Salary: $130K-$160K (DOE)
• Quarterly bonus opportunities up to $10K/q
• Medical, Vision, Dental
• 401k
• HSA
• State Bar Dues
• Continuing Education
• Paid Parking