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 bonus

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer contribution

Generous PTO and holidays

Continuing legal education and PD

Job summary

Jobot in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to accelerate a growing insurance defense practice. Manage complex matters with direct client interaction and a path toward partnership.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in insurance defense, strong deposition and trial experience, and excels in research, writing, and strategy. A Texas Bar admission is required; the role offers mentorship and long-term advancement in a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar admission in good standing.
• 6+ years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Experience handling complex civil litigation matters.
• Trial experience or significant first-chair litigation responsibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Deposition skills

Motion practice

Courtroom skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical abilities

Client management

Independent case management

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Job details:

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!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Cam Strahm

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

A bit about us:

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

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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