2-7 Year Associate Attorney - Litigation

Wegman Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 148,500 - 181,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Mentorship and professional development

Partner-track opportunity

Job summary

A prominent defense litigation law firm in Dallas is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to manage a caseload of insurance defense matters. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor and an active Texas law license, along with 5-7+ years of civil litigation experience. The firm offers a hybrid work environment, competitive salary starting at $165k+, performance bonuses, and partnership opportunities. Join a collaborative team to enhance your trial skills and advance your career.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple cases independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and case evaluations
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend and argue hearings, arbitrations, and trials
• Communicate directly with clients and carriers
• Work with partners on litigation strategy, case development, and firm growth
• Take ownership of your cases

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple cases independently

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in Texas

Job description

Litigation Law Firm Our client, a very successful and well-known defense litigation law firm is looking for an experienced Litigation Associate to join their Dallas team. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of insurance defense matters and work closely with experienced trial attorneys while developing trial skills and taking ownership of cases. The firm offers a very collaborative and positive work environment including HYBRID with 3 days per week from home and 2 in the office. The firm also offers fair billing requirements and great benefits.

About the Role

The successful candidate will manage a caseload of insurance defense matters and work closely with experienced trial attorneys while developing trial skills and taking ownership of cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and case evaluations
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend and argue hearings, arbitrations, and trials
• Communicate directly with clients and carriers
• Work with partners on litigation strategy, case development, and firm growth
• Take ownership of your cases

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Texas and in good standing
• 5-7+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases independently and meet deadlines

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases independently and meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

• 5-7+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience preferred

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Base salary starting at $165k+ for qualified candidates with trial experience
• Bonus
• Partner-track opportunity with long-term growth potential
• Mentorship and professional development with experienced trial attorneys