Associate Attorney needed for Houston office

Job Overview
A growing, national insurance defense law firm is seeking a highly experienced Associate Attorney to join its Houston, TX office. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of civil litigation matters, including personal injury, trucking/auto, products liability, construction defect, and premises liability. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of litigation experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases with independence and precision.

Location

• Houston, Texas

Duties

• Manage a robust caseload involving civil litigation matters such as:

  • Personal injury

  • Construction defect liability

  • Trucking and auto liability

  • Products and premises liability

• Draft and handle pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and orders

• Conduct depositions of parties and expert witnesses

• Respond to and prepare discovery and dispositive motions

• Represent clients in mediations, court hearings, and commission appearances

• Conduct legal research with a high degree of competency

• Prepare evaluations, client status reports, and case summaries

• Communicate effectively with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams

Requirements

• 10 years of civil litigation experience

• Proven ability to independently handle a wide range of defense litigation matters

• Strong case management and courtroom experience

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the state of Texas

• Additional court admissions are a plus

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical capabilities

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research tools

• Detailed-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to prioritize and transition between multiple cases

• Familiarity with federal and Texas state court procedures

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Supportive and experienced staff and legal team

• Access to current technology and firm-wide resources

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Full-time IT and marketing support

Founded in 1998, this firm specializes in a wide range of areas including business litigation, insurance coverage, workers' compensation, intellectual property, product liability, and others. With 22 offices, this nationwide law firm provides responsive legal service at a reasonable price throughout the country. The firm is built on the integrity and professionalism of diverse attorneys. The firm offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package in a collaborative and dynamic work environment. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The lawyers have a long history of giving back to communities through pro bono activity.,