Insurance Defense Attorney

Position: Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation / Insurance Defense) Location: Dallas, TX Type: Full-Time, On-Site

About the Opportunity

An established litigation practice in Dallas is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its team. This fully in-office role provides substantial hands-on experience, direct mentorship from senior trial partners, and a clear path for ongoing professional growth. The ideal candidate will have strong case-management skills and the confidence to manage their own docket in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal civil litigation docket from case inception through resolution.
• Actively participate in all phases of litigation, including drafting and responding to discovery, preparing pleadings, and handling motions.
• Conduct depositions, interview expert witnesses, and represent clients in court proceedings and mediations.
• Meet and consult directly with clients, providing strategic legal guidance.
• Collaborate closely with trial team partners and actively participate in trial preparation and trial proceedings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active license to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in civil litigation, with exposure to insurance defense.
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle and manage a case docket.
• Strong analytical, legal research, writing, and advocacy skills, along with a team-oriented mindset.

Pay

Annual salary between $110,000 and $130,000 plus an attractive performance bonus structure.

Benefits

• Exceptional healthcare, retirement, and comprehensive benefits package.
• A welcoming firm culture that prioritizes and supports work-life balance.
• Direct mentorship from experienced partners in a fully in-office collaborative setting.