Senior Counsel

Jobot; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Excellent bonus

Hybrid work

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join its Dallas litigation team, handling a sophisticated docket of third-party insurance defense matters. You will independently manage cases, develop strategy, and engage in motions, depositions, mediations, and trials with direct client interaction and strong firm support.

The role requires 7+ years of civil litigation and a solid Texas bar license, with a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive compensation package including a base salary

Qualifications

• 7+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong background in third-party insurance defense.
• Experience with general liability, premises liability, construction or related casualty matters.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation docket.
• Trial experience highly valued and required license to practice in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage third-party defense matters from start to resolution.
• Develop case strategy and assess liability, damages, exposure, and settlements.
• Draft and argue motions and appear in court.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Attend mediations and negotiate settlements.
• Collaborate with carriers and other clients.
• Prepare matters for trial and participate in trials.
• Supervise associates, paralegals, and support staff while maintaining client communications.

Skills

Civil litigation

Insurance defense

Trial experience

Texas Bar license

Job description

Job details:

Senior Counsel, 3rd Party Liability Docket, 401K + 4% Match, Excellent Bonus, Hybrid.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Patrick Murphy

Salary: $160,000 - $190,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a highly regarded Texas litigation firm with a 40+ year track record representing leading insurance carriers, businesses, and sophisticated clients in complex, high-exposure disputes.

With offices across Texas, the firm has built a strong reputation for handling matters that demand experienced litigators — including complex insurance coverage, commercial disputes, catastrophic injury, professional liability, construction, and other high-stakes civil litigation.

Their attorneys are trial lawyers first, with a deep bench of experienced litigators and a strong history of taking difficult cases through verdict when necessary. Associates gain meaningful exposure to sophisticated matters, direct client interaction, depositions, hearings, strategy, and trial preparation.

The firm offers the quality of work and resources of a larger practice with the accessibility and opportunity of a more entrepreneurial firm. Strong performers are recognized, well compensated, and given meaningful opportunities to grow their careers alongside respected trial attorneys.

Why join us?

• Up to $190,000 base salary with additional bonus opportunity
• Senior-level role with autonomy and ownership over sophisticated, high-exposure matters
• Work with a respected Texas litigation firm and an experienced bench of seasoned trial attorneys
• Handle substantive third-party insurance defense litigation rather than routine, low-level file work
• Direct interaction with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, experts, and the court
• Meaningful opportunities for depositions, mediations, hearings, case strategy, and trial
• Strong support structure that allows experienced attorneys to focus on practicing law
• Long-term opportunity to continue growing your practice and reputation within an established firm

Job Details

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join its Dallas litigation team and handle a sophisticated docket of third-party insurance defense matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established defense litigator who is comfortable independently managing cases while still having access to experienced partners, strong support, and the resources of a respected Texas litigation firm.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage third-party defense matters from initial assignment through resolution
• Develop case strategy and evaluate liability, damages, exposure, and settlement opportunities
• Draft and argue substantive motions and handle court appearances
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives
• Attend mediations and negotiate settlements
• Work directly with insurance carriers and other sophisticated clients
• Prepare matters for trial and participate in trials as appropriate
• Supervise and collaborate with associates, paralegals, experts, and support staff
• Maintain clear, strategic communication with clients throughout the life of each matter

Ideal Background

• 7+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong background in third-party insurance defense
• Experience handling matters such as general liability, premises liability, transportation/trucking, construction, catastrophic injury, or other complex casualty litigation
• Ability to independently manage a litigation docket
• Strong deposition, motion practice, mediation, and case strategy experienceTrial experience is highly valued
• Active Texas Bar license

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