Property Casualty/1st Party Property Attorney

Job Title: Property Casualty/1st Party Property Attorney

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm with a national presence is actively seeking an experienced litigation attorney with a background in property and casualty or first-party property matters. This position offers the flexibility of a primarily remote work arrangement, with occasional travel as needed. Ideal for candidates with a strong litigation background and a desire to work in a tech-forward, attorney-centric environment. The firm prioritizes attorney autonomy, support, and career growth.

Duties:

• Represent clients in complex property and casualty or first-party property litigation matters

• Oversee case progress in both federal and state courts

• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, complaints, and briefs independently

• Manage discovery, conduct depositions, and prepare cases for trial

• Collaborate with internal teams and mentor junior legal staff as needed

• Participate in strategy development and contribute to practice area expansion

• Engage in occasional in-person court appearances or client meetings as required

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience focused on property-casualty, first-party property, or general civil litigation

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a full caseload

• Proficient in courtroom procedures and pre-trial litigation processes

• Comfortable using legal technology to streamline litigation management

• Admission to practice law in Texas (mandatory)

• Preference for candidates based in or near Houston, TX

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the State of Texas

• Additional state admissions are considered a strong plus.

Skills:

• Exceptional oral and written advocacy skills

• Strong organizational, analytical, and research capabilities

• Self-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset and business acumen

• Ability to work remotely while maintaining high performance and accountability

• Comfortable leveraging digital tools and legal tech platforms

Job Location:

• Birmingham, AL (primary office)

• Position is 90% remote with approximately 10% in-person travel or appearances

• Texas Bar license required; preference for candidates residing in Houston

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage

• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy

• Parental leave support

• Professional development reimbursement

• Access to firm-sponsored transportation for longer case-related travel

• Recognition through employee appreciation programs

• Regular access to firm-branded promotional items

• High-value referral incentives (for both new clients and new hires)

• No business development obligations

• Fully supported tech-forward infrastructure to enhance attorney efficiency

• Opportunity to shape legal strategies within a collaborative leadership team

• Flexibility to manage caseload independently