Associate Attorney needed for Austin office

Job Overview: A law firm in Austin, TX, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for various day-to-day tasks, including legal research, drafting legal documents, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, and assisting with case preparation and strategy.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research on various topics related to insurance law and litigation.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and contracts.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in legal matters.
• Assist with case preparation, including gathering evidence, organizing documents, and preparing for hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and provide support as needed.

Requirements:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of insurance law and litigation.
• Experience in drafting legal documents.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.
• Experience in insurance law is a plus.
• Previous experience in a law firm or legal setting is preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing.
• Communication and interpersonal.
• Attention to detail.
• Organization.
• Case preparation and strategy.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Knowledge of insurance law and litigation.

This insurance and mediation law firm is located in Austin, Texas. Its services include representing corporate policyholders in disputes with insurance companies, providing advice to plaintiffs in complex litigation for maximizing an insurance recovery, and providing risk-management consultation in connection with contractual risk transfer issues.