Litigation Attorney - Insurance defense
About the role
We are a nationally recognized, full-service litigation and business transactions firm with offices across the country and a reputation for delivering exceptional results for clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups. With a strong commitment to professional development, diversity, and a collaborative culture, the firm offers the resources of a major national practice while maintaining the close-knit, supportive environment of a local office.
We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of complex legal issues, primarily focusing on civil litigation and insurance defense.
Responsibilities
- Preparing and drafting legal documents, such as legal briefs, pleadings
- Managing insurance defense litigation from inception
- Conducting legal research and analysis of statutes, legal decisions to prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings for review, hearings, and trials
- Negotiating settlements of civil disputes, conducting depositions
- Maintaining professional competence by participating in continuing education programs, reading legal publications, and participating in professional organizations
- Collaborating with other attorneys in the firm
Qualifications
- A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a litigation attorney, with a focus on civil litigation and insurance defense
- Admission to the TX state bar
- Proven experience in court trials, arbitrations, and mediations
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
- Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- A commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity
- A proven track record of achieving positive legal outcomes for clients
Billable requirement is 1900/year. Candidates must be local to the Austin area.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Life insurance and AD&D
- 401k with immediate vesting
- PTO and paid holidays
- Short and long term disability
- Hybrid schedule – enjoy the flexibility of remote work with the support of an in-office team
- Free on-site parking – no downtown hassles or parking fees
- Robust wellness support, including mental health resources, vision & dental coverage, and a health savings account with employer contributions
- Team-oriented environment where mentorship, collaboration, and respect are part of the culture, not just buzzwords
Pay
Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year, with strong bonuses