Civil Litigation Attorney (Insurance Coverage & Construction)

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a highly skilled and motivated attorney to join its dynamic legal team in Houston, TX. This position focuses on insurance coverage, construction law, and civil litigation. The successful candidate will contribute to a client-focused practice that values innovative thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to outstanding legal representation.

Duties

• Manage a caseload independently, from initial consultation to resolution.
• Provide strategic legal counsel in civil litigation and insurance matters, including construction-related claims.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare detailed briefs, pleadings, and motions.
• Represent clients effectively in courtroom settings, mediations, and arbitration hearings.
• Collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants to ensure timely and accurate case progression.
• Develop innovative legal strategies tailored to client needs and objectives.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients to provide updates and address concerns.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in insurance coverage, construction law, and civil litigation.
• Proven ability to handle cases from inception to resolution with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Impeccable legal writing and research capabilities.
• Strong leadership qualities and experience managing support staff effectively.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of Texas.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of civil litigation procedures and insurance coverage law.
• Effective case management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client-relations abilities.
• Proficiency in courtroom advocacy and alternative dispute resolution methods.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Benefits

• Profit-sharing opportunities are available from the first day of employment.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and career advancement.

The law firm specializes in personal injury law, business law, and insurance law. Its practice areas include wrongful death, drunk driving accidents, commercial litigation, contract law, employment law, insurance coverage, and construction law. One of its attorneys has been selected to the list of Super Lawyers for 2021 by Super Lawyers publication. The firm's office is located in Houston, Texas.