Senior Attorney - Insurance Defense

Talent Search PRO

$150K — $180K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of insurance defense litigation experience in auto, trucking, or premises liability.
  • Proven ability to independently manage a full docket of cases.
  • Exceptional legal writing skills and attention to detail.
  • Active license to practice law in Texas.
  • Willingness to work in-office at least 4 days a week, transitioning to 3 soon.

Responsibilities

  • Manage your own docket of insurance defense cases.
  • Serve as the day-to-day attorney handling depositions and court hearings.
  • Draft motions, briefs, and legal documents to a high standard.
  • Prepare cases for and participate in trials as needed.
  • Collaborate with lead partners while operating independently.
  • Target approximately 2,072 billable hours per year, averaging about 172 hours per month.

Benefits

  • Joining a highly regarded Texas litigation boutique with a focus on trial litigation.
  • Working alongside experienced trial lawyers who prioritize advocacy and integrity.
  • Opportunity for significant autonomy in case management and strategy.
  • Projected shift to a more flexible in-office schedule soon.
Full Job Description
Salary range: $150K - $180K

Location: Houston, TX, Dallas, TX, San Antonio, TX

About this role

What we're looking for:

We are looking for a Senior Associate Attorney with 8+ years of insurance defense experience to manage a docket of cases as the day-to-day attorney at a highly regarded Texas litigation boutique. You'll join a firm of true trial lawyers who love the courtroom and pride themselves on being both excellent advocates and good people.

What will you be doing?
  • Managing your own docket of insurance defense cases (auto, trucking, and/or premises liability)
  • Serving as the day-to-day attorney on cases, handling depositions, court hearings, and case strategy
  • Drafting motions, briefs, and other legal documents to a high standard
  • Preparing cases for and participating in trials
  • Collaborating with lead partners while operating with significant autonomy
  • Hours target: 2,072 hours/year, about 172/month

Key Requirements
  • 8+ years of insurance defense litigation experience (auto, trucking, or premises liability)
  • Ability to independently manage a full docket of cases
  • Strong legal writing skills
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas
  • Willingness to work in-office 4 days/week (moving to 3 days/week soon)

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Talent Search PRO

More Legal & Accounting Jobs

Find similar Senior Attorney - Insurance Defense jobs: