Senior Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

Jobot; Texas; Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer contribution

Generous PTO and holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

Jobot in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 6+ years in insurance defense to manage complex litigation matters from inception to resolution. The role offers hybrid work and direct client interaction.

The attorney will handle all phases of litigation, draft motions, supervise junior staff, and contribute to risk management and strategy development for diverse insured and carrier clients.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar admission in good standing.
• 6+ years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Experience handling complex civil litigation matters.
• Strong deposition, motion practice, and courtroom skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent carriers, self-insured entities, and corporate clients in complex litigation.
• Handle all phases of litigation: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, mediation, arbitration, and trial prep.
• Draft and argue substantive motions in state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research, case evaluations, and exposure analyses; provide strategy recommendations.
• Attend hearings, mediations, depositions, and court appearances; supervise junior associates and support staff.

Skills

Insurance defense

Litigation experience

Depositions

Motions practice

Client management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Texas Bar admission

Job description

Accelerate your litigation career with a growing insurance defense practice offering sophisticated, high-exposure matters, strong trial experience, and outstanding opportunities for long-term advancement in Austin!

A nationally recognized litigation-focused law firm is expanding its Insurance Coverage & Defense practice and seeking a talented Senior Associate Attorney in Austin, Texas. The firm represents insurers, self-insured entities, and insured clients in complex, high-exposure litigation matters across multiple industries. Attorneys benefit from sophisticated casework, strong mentorship, and a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional client outcomes.

Salary: $175,000 - $240,000 per year

Location: Austin, Texas

Hosted by: Cam Strahm

Why join us?

• Competitive salary ($175k - $240k) and performance-based bonus opportunities
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility
• Complex, high-value litigation matters
• Direct client interaction and case management responsibility
• Strong partnership-track potential
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous PTO and firm-paid holidays
• Continuing legal education and professional development support

Job Details

Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters from inception through resolution

Represent insurance carriers, self-insured entities, and corporate clients in complex litigation

Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation

Draft and argue substantive motions in state and federal courts

Conduct fact investigations, legal research, and case evaluations

Prepare litigation strategy recommendations and exposure analyses

Attend hearings, mediations, depositions, and court appearances

Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and risk management

Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution proceedings

Supervise and mentor junior associates and support staff as needed

Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and effective case management

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Texas Bar admission in good standing
• 6+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
• Experience handling complex civil litigation matters
• Strong deposition, motion practice, and courtroom skills
• Ability to independently manage cases with minimal supervision
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
• Experience representing insurance carriers, insureds, or self-insured entities preferred
• Trial experience or significant first-chair litigation responsibility strongly preferred
• Exceptional communication and client-management skills

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