Associate Attorney - Corporate Defense

About the role

Mayer LLP is a collaborative, innovative law firm with a Southwest regional footprint spanning Texas, New Mexico, and Arkansas. We serve clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries, focusing on business-driven legal solutions. If you thrive in a dynamic, growth-minded environment where your contribution directly matters, this role offers the opportunity to work alongside skilled professionals in transportation and personal injury law.

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.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on various issues related to transportation and personal injury law.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• 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.
• Travel when necessary.

Requirements

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

Technology

Mayer LLP utilizes the following technology platforms:

• Westlaw
• Harvey AI
• Coyote
• PointOne
• iManage

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans.