Senior Litigation Attorney

CyberCoders; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance stipend

401k match

Free parking

Cell phone reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney in Houston to run their own docket across insurance defense, commercial, and fiduciary litigation. The role requires a JD, active bar admission, and 6+ years of civil litigation with trial experience.

You will manage all phases of litigation and mentor junior staff. You will lead strategy, draft pleadings, supervise discovery, and represent clients in negotiations and trials while maintaining strong professional relationships with carriers and

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active state bar admission.
• 6+ years of civil litigation experience with demonstrable trial and motion practice.
• Substantive experience in personal injury defense, commercial, and fiduciary litigation.
• Ability to manage large, complex caseloads and lead litigation teams.
• Strong legal research, analytical reasoning, written advocacy, and persuasive oral advocacy.
• Experience with e-discovery tools and case management software; technology-savvy in litigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of litigation from pleadings to appeals.
• Develop litigation strategy and advise clients on risk and resolution options.
• Draft and file complaints, motions, briefs, and appellate pleadings.
• Take and defend depositions, argue hearings, and try cases before juries and judges.
• Oversee discovery/e-discovery and coordinate with experts and vendors.
• Negotiate settlements and engage in ADR to resolve matters when appropriate.
• Supervise associates and staff, delegating work and ensuring quality control.
• Collaborate with clients and opposing counsel to advance case objectives.
• Oversee budgets, billing, and matter management; track time per firm policy.
• Contribute to business development and client relations through meetings and publications.

Skills

Civil litigation

Trial experience

Negotiation

E-discovery

Client communications

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active state bar membership

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Senior Litigation Attorney

Position Overview

We're a Texas litigation firm with 70+ attorneys seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Attorney to run their own docket of cases from insurance defense, commercial litigation, and fiduciary litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of litigation, including case assessment, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals.
• Develop litigation strategy and advise clients on risk, exposure, and resolution options; drive cost-effective outcomes while protecting client interests.
• Draft, review, and file high-quality legal documents including complaints, answers, motions, briefs, pre-trial orders, settlement agreements, and appellate pleadings.
• Conduct and defend depositions, argue hearings and motions, and try cases before juries and judges.
• Manage discovery and e-discovery processes; coordinate with experts, consultants, and outside vendors to develop factual and expert record.
• Negotiate settlements and engage in alternative dispute resolution (mediation, arbitration) to resolve matters when appropriate.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate associates, paralegals, and support staff; delegate work effectively and ensure quality control across the team.
• Collaborate with insurance carriers, adjusters, corporate clients, and opposing counsel to advance case objectives and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Oversee case budgets, billing, and matter management; track time and ensure compliance with firm policies and ethical obligations.
• Contribute to business development, client retention, and thought leadership through client meetings, CLEs, publications, and networking.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the state bar; eligible to practice in relevant jurisdictions.
• 6+ years of civil litigation experience, with demonstrable trial and motion practice experience.
• Substantive experience handling personal injury defense, commercial litigation, and fiduciary litigation.
• Proven ability to manage large, complex caseloads and lead litigation teams to successful outcomes.
• Excellent legal research, analytical reasoning, and written advocacy skills; persuasive oral advocacy and deposition experience.
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and manage client expectations.
• Experience with e-discovery tools, case management software, and legal document automation; comfortable leveraging technology in litigation.
• Track record of effective negotiation and settlement advocacy, and experience with ADR processes.
• High ethical standards, strong judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to professional development.

Benefits

• Base $180K-200K
• Bonus Opportunities
• $650/m health insurance stipend
• 4% 401k match
• Free parking
• Cell phone reimbursement