General Liability Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a General Liability Associate Attorney in Dallas, Texas. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team, handling a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex matters and collaborate with experienced attorneys in a supportive environment.

Duties

• Support a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including case strategy development and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Manage all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories and requests for production.
• Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Develop litigation strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys and clients.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing case assessments and strategic recommendations.
• Work closely with attorneys on complex matters involving general liability and related claims.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit development.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support staff for efficient case management.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the State of Texas.
• 1+ years of defense litigation experience preferred.
• Experience with general liability, personal injury, and related litigation preferred.
• Superior analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the State of Texas.

Skills

• Superior analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• Meaningful work handling sophisticated matters.
• Collaborative culture with mentorship and professional development.
• Opportunities for long-term growth within the firm.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement supporting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits including PTO, 401(k) match, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

This large firm has offices across the United States and around the world. They have a full-service practice that includes all types of litigation and corporate matters. This firm is known for its expertise in insurance matters, and it has many major clients in this industry.