Department Attorney

Job Title: Department Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Dallas, TX is seeking a dedicated attorney to join its Subrogation & Recovery practice group. This position focuses on assessing large-scale property damage cases with an eye toward recovery opportunities from third-party liability. The role provides the opportunity to work in a sophisticated legal environment without the demands of traditional billable hour expectations. The position is offered through a legal recruitment firm on behalf of the hiring law firm.

Duties:

• Oversee preliminary evaluation of major property loss incidents to assess legal viability for recovery.

• Coordinate fact-gathering efforts including investigation timelines and documentation strategies.

• Engage with and manage technical experts to support analysis of potential liability.

• Draft clear and detailed client communications regarding legal assessments and claim status.

• Identify and develop recovery strategies by analyzing liability theories based on facts and law.

• Support the subrogation and recovery process through strategic review and legal insight.

• Maintain organized documentation and case notes to support claim progression.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: property insurance litigation, commercial disputes, construction-related claims, or subrogation recovery.

• Strong command of legal writing, research, and client-focused communication.

• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas and good standing.

• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Texas.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal analysis and liability assessment.

• Capable of managing investigative processes and expert coordination.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to assess risk and identify recovery opportunities.

• Self-motivated, with the ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment.

Job Location:

• Dallas, TX

Here is a large national firm with a superior reputation for commercial and insurance related litigation. This firm has earned a strong reputation nationally for its abilities in subrogation and is certainly among the top firms in the nation in this specialty. This firm's Dallas office has been steadily growing since its opening several years ago.