Associate Attorney
About the role
Segal McCambridge, a nationally recognized litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our General Liability Defense Practice Group in our Houston office. Our practice includes a wide range of matters—personal injury, premises liability, construction defect, product liability, trucking/transportation, professional liability, and more.
Responsibilities
- Manage your own case load with partner oversight and mentorship.
- Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and handle discovery.
- Appear in court and play an active role in trials.
- Work with sophisticated clients on complex, high-stakes matters.
Requirements
- Active license to practice law in Texas
- 2+ years of civil litigation experience on the defense side
- Strong skills in legal research, writing, motion practice, and discovery
- Experience handling depositions and other key litigation activities
- Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and eagerness to grow
Qualifications
Competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses and business origination credit
Strong work-life balance and flexible hybrid work model
Career growth and mentorship within a nationally recognized firm
Benefits
- 401(k) with firm match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Life insurance
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program and wellness resources
- Professional development support and referral bonuses
About Segal McCambridge
Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge has grown from a four-lawyer firm in Chicago to a national litigation powerhouse with offices in more than a dozen major cities across the U.S. Our attorneys represent Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation, including asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, insurance, life sciences, product liability, transportation, and more.