Transportation Defense Attorney - Insurance Litigation Pro

Mayer LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayer LLP in Houston, TX seeks an experienced litigation attorney to join the transportation and insurance defense practice. You will represent clients, draft pleadings, manage case strategy, and coordinate with clients and opposing counsel throughout investigations and trials.

Candidates must have a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the Texas State Bar, and at least 3 years of experience in litigation/insurance defense.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation/insurance defense.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients involved in transportation-related incidents, including auto and truck accidents.
• Provide defense strategies to individuals, businesses, and insurers in transportation/trucking matters.
• Conduct investigations, analyze evidence, assess liability, and develop defense for each case.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests; prepare for depositions and trials.

Skills

Litigation

Insurance defense

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Travel willingness

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admitted to Texas State Bar

Tools

Westlaw

Harvey AI

iManage

Coyote

PointOne

Job description

Mayer LLP in Houston, TX seeks an experienced litigation attorney to join the transportation and insurance defense practice. You will represent clients, draft pleadings, manage case strategy, and coordinate with clients and opposing counsel throughout investigations and trials.

Candidates must have a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the Texas State Bar, and at least 3 years of experience in litigation/insurance defense.