Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life insurance and AD&D

Short and long term disability

401k with match

Strong Bonus structure

Job summary

Jobot, a Houston-based boutique law firm, seeks an experienced litigation attorney to represent clients through all stages of litigation, including investigations, depositions, and trials. You will negotiate settlements, develop strategies, and provide ongoing counsel to clients, while collaborating with a supportive team.

The role requires a JD, bar admission, and at least 5 years of experience in insurance defense or related practice areas.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a litigation attorney.
• Proven experience conducting depositions and managing own caseload.
• Exceptional litigation skills: research, writing, and oral advocacy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all stages of litigation, including fact investigation, research, drafting documents, managing discovery, and presenting in court.
• Conduct depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Develop litigation strategies and advise clients based on facts and issues.
• Provide legal advice and status updates to clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure strongest representation.

Skills

Litigation

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Depositions

Caseload management

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $130,000 - $185,000 per year

Great work life balance! Quarterly Bonuses!

A bit about us

We are a Houston-based boutique law firm, established in the late 90s, that specializes in insurance defense, transportation litigation, products liability, premises liability, and commercial litigation.

Why join us

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Short and long term disability
• 401k with match
• Strong Bonus structure

• Dynamic Caseload & Trial Exposure: Opportunity to handle a diverse mix of first and third-party insurance defense, with an emphasis on third-party matters currently. And if you’re eager for courtroom experience? This firm has tried over 35 cases since COVID, and they empower associates to handle depositions, hearings, and trials early on!
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: No rigid billable hour quotas. This firm prioritizes quality work, and offers bonuses after 1900 billable hours, demonstrating a commitment to your success and well-being.
• Rapid Career Advancement & Partnership Potential: Unlike firms with stagnant partnership tracks, this firm rewards performance. Your hard work and business development skills can propel you to partnership within a few years.
• Exceptional Culture & Team: Join a close-knit, ethical team with a stellar reputation in the community. You'll find a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and where the firm actively works to improve employee experience.
• Autonomy & Impact: Enjoy the freedom to shape your role and contribute to firm policies. This firm's lack of bureaucracy allows for agile decision-making and a truly impactful work environment.

Responsibilities

1. Representing clients in all stages of litigation, including fact investigation, legal research, drafting legal documents, managing discovery, and presenting arguments in court.
2. Conducting depositions of parties and witnesses, which involves interviewing witnesses, experts, and other parties involved in the case.
3. Negotiating settlements on behalf of clients, which requires excellent negotiation skills and a deep understanding of our clients' best interests.
4. Developing litigation strategies and making recommendations to clients based on a thorough understanding of the facts and legal issues of each case.
5. Providing legal advice to clients and keeping them informed about the status of their cases.
6. Collaborating with other attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure the best representation for our clients.

Qualifications

1. A Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing litigation attorney in insurance defense litigation or related practice area.
4. Proven experience in conducting depositions and managing own caseload from inception to trial.
5. Exceptional litigation skills, including excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
6. A proven track record of effectively managing a caseload.
7. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and team members.
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively.
9. A high degree of professionalism and adherence to strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
10. The ability to work independently, but also as part of a team, in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

If you are a seasoned litigation attorney with a strategic mindset, and a commitment to providing outstanding legal services, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your legal career in a supportive and challenging environment.

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