Litigation Attorney

Glast Phillips Murray Zopolsky; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Merit-based bonus structure

Student loan reimbursement

Full health benefits

Paid annual dues for Texas State Bar

Job summary

Glast Phillips Murray Zopolsky is looking for an experienced Litigation Attorney in Dallas, Texas, with 3-8+ years in Insurance Defense and Commercial Litigation. The ideal candidate will independently manage an active caseload, contribute to litigation strategies, and mentor junior members. This full-time position offers significant litigation experience and professional development in a collaborative team environment, with an emphasis on ownership and advocacy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of litigation experience.
• Insurance defense and/or commercial litigation experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a litigation docket independently.
• Experience in handling hearings and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of complex litigation matters.
• Develop litigation strategies in collaboration with partners.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal correspondence.
• Prepare for hearings and mediations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Negotiation skills

Oral advocacy

Organizational skills

Case management

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in Texas

Job description

GPMZ is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with 3-8+ years of Insurance Defense and/or Commercial Litigation experience to join our growing team.

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who can independently manage an active caseload while working collaboratively with senior attorneys and firm leadership. This role is best suited for an attorney who is ready to take ownership of their docket, contribute strategically to litigation efforts, mentor junior team members, and continue developing as a litigator and advocate. Candidates with insurance defense experience are preferred, and trial experience is highly valued.

This position offers significant hands-on litigation experience, as well as a clear path for professional development and advancement within a respected and established law firm.

ABOUT COMPANY

Glast Phillips Murray Zopolsky (GPMZ) is a full-service law firm founded in 1992 with a longstanding reputation for delivering exceptional legal services throughout Texas and beyond. With a team of more than 50 attorneys, GPMZ provides sophisticated representation across a broad range of practice areas and industries.

Our litigation team handles complex and high-stakes matters from inception through resolution, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, trials, and client relationship management. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and professional environment where attorneys are given meaningful responsibility, strong mentorship, and opportunities for long-term growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in Texas
• Minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience
• Insurance defense and/or commercial litigation experience strongly preferred
• Strong analytical, legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong organizational and case management skills with attention to deadlines and detail
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a litigation docket from inception through resolution
• Experience handling hearings, depositions, mediations, and client communications. Trial and arbitration experience is a plus
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented environment

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Litigation Strategy and Case Management
  • Independently manage a docket of complex litigation matters from initial case evaluation through resolution
  • Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with partners and senior attorneys
  • Maintain ownership of deadlines, court settings, discovery obligations, and client reporting
  • Draft substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and legal correspondence
  • Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation proceedings
  • Effectively advocate for clients in both written and oral presentations
• Discovery and Depositions
  • Manage all aspects of discovery, including written discovery and document review
  • Take and defend depositions of parties, witness, and experts
  • Analyze case evidence and develop strategic approaches to discovery and litigation positioning
  • Appear in state and federal courts, mediations, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings
  • Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution efforts
  • Trial preparation, witness preparation, and courtroom strategy as needed
  • Work closely with partners and litigation team members on case strategy and client service
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior associates and support staff

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Full-time, preferably onsite position in a collaborative office environment, with flexibility to work remotely on an ad hoc basis
• Team-oriented culture with accessible leadership and mentorship opportunities
• Supportive litigation team with experienced attorneys and paralegal staff who value collaboration, responsiveness, and high-quality work product
• Firm culture that promotes long-term development, autonomy, and career advancement

BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary (varies depending on experience)
• Merit-based bonus structure
• Student loan and tuition reimbursement plan
• Full benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid annual dues for Texas State Bar

Glast Phillips Murray Zopolsky is committed to positioning attorneys for long-term success. We provide mentorship, training, and meaningful litigation experience to help attorneys continue developing their practice and advancing their careers.