Associate Attorney - Corporate Defense

Responsibilities

• Represent clients involved in various transportation related incidents, including auto accidents, tractor/trailer collisions, bus accidents, crane mishaps, dump truck incidents, fatalities, and motor vehicle accidents (MVA)
• Provide comprehensive legal counsel and defense strategies to individuals, businesses, and insurance companies operating within the transportation/trucking industry
• Conduct thorough investigations into accidents, analyze evidence, assess liability, and develop defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations
• Manage case files and maintain accurate and organized records
• Attend continuing legal education courses to stay current on legal developments

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation/insurance defense
• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Willingness to travel when necessary

Skills

• Legal research and analysis
• Case management and record keeping
• Mediation and negotiation skills
• Effective communication with clients and opposing counsel

Benefits

• Competitive quarterly bonus plan based on monthly billables
• Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits
• 10 company holidays + 4 early release days
• Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)
• 401k + firm match based on previous year revenue
• Employee referral bonus

Pay

• Compensation is commensurate with years of experience/bar admittance date

Schedule

• Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)