Defense Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: An established legal firm in Houston is looking to bring on a skilled attorney with a strong background in civil litigation and insurance defense. This is a full-time position ideal for a legal professional with three or more years of experience who thrives in a collaborative, yet independent work environment. The attorney will be responsible for managing a manageable caseload, handling complex civil litigation cases, and ensuring strong client advocacy. This position offers a balanced work-life structure and the opportunity to work within a supportive team framework.

Duties:

• Represent clients in civil litigation cases, focusing on insurance defense and general civil liability.
• Engage in consultations with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials to discuss case strategies.
• Coordinate case proceedings and strategies in collaboration with claims personnel.
• Conduct and manage all aspects of case preparation, including taking depositions and interviewing witnesses.
• Argue motions, attend mediations, and represent clients in court during hearings and trials.
• Maintain detailed documentation of legal proceedings and client communications.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in civil litigation.
• Strong experience in depositions and discovery processes.
• Demonstrated trial experience is a plus.
• Experience in insurance defense or general civil liability litigation is preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.

Education:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the Texas State Bar.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal matters clearly to clients and other parties.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a defense team and independently when required.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities.

The firm is based in Texas and has been in practice for nearly two decades. Practice areas include Construction Law, Product Liability, Trucking & Transportation, Premises Liability, Business & Commercial Litigation, Toxic Tort Litigation, Automobile Liability, Labor and Employment Counseling & Litigation, Insurance Coverage and Opinion Letters and Medical Malpractice/Health Care Liability. It is a modern law firm with the highest AV rating.