Partner-level Attorney to join our insurance defense litigation practice in any of our Dallas office. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigator with a demonstrated ability to manage complex matters, maintain strong client relationships, and contribute meaningfully to the growth and leadership of the firm.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Litigation & Case Management
• Lead and manage complex insurance defense matters, including general liability, toxic tort, and construction defect
• Develop case strategy, analyze risk, and provide clients with proactive, solutions-oriented guidance
• Conduct all phases of litigation: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, trial, and appeals.
• Ensure efficient and cost-effective case management aligned with client expectations and billing guidelines
Client Relationship Management
• Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, maintaining and deepening long-term relationships
• Provide strategic counsel to claims professionals, corporate risk managers, and in-house legal teams
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand services to existing clients
Practice Development & Leadership
• Contribute to the firm's overall business strategy and participate in leadership committees as appropriate
• Generate new business by leveraging existing relationships, reputation in the insurance community, and thought leadership
• Mentor and develop associates to support high-quality legal work and professional growth
• Collaborate with partners across practices to strengthen the firm's service offerings
Operational & Administrative Responsibilities
• Manage matter budgets, profitability, staffing, and client reporting
• Participate in partnership meetings, and strategic planning sessions
• Uphold the firm's quality standards, culture, and commitment to client service
Candidate Qualifications:
• Minimum of ten (10) years' litigation experience
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in Texas
• Portable book of business/established relationship with clients/insurance carriers a plus
• First-chair or significant trial experience a plus
• Experience managing and supervising litigation teams
• Contributions to business development/client retention
• Strong organizational and case-management skills
• Ability to multi-task (manage client, leadership, case responsibilities)
• Other attributes: strategy, collaboration, accountability, professionalism
We offer a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).
