Associate Attorney - Defense Litigation

This mid-sized law firm of 100+ attorneys in more than a dozen offices throughout the country, has a passion for superior work, a distinctive culture rooted in mass tort litigation, and an obsession with exceptional client service. The firm serves as regional, national, and trial counsel to Fortune 500 companies with multiple operations located in the most dangerous plaintiff jurisdictions in the country. Their clients come from the energy, construction, manufacturing, technology, transportation, insurance, and liability-related industries. In addition to mass toxic torts, the firm also offers legal services concerning commercial disputes and liability-related defense.

Company Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule (2 days at home & 3 days in the office)
• Competitive Salary: $130,000 to $200,000 (depending on experience)
• 20 PTO days & 11 paid holidays
• 401k Match
• Health Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Year End Bonus

Seeking a passionate and motivated mid-level litigator to join the firm's thriving mass tort, and general liability/casualty defense practice groups. Make a real impact from day one, managing cases from start to finish and collaborating with diverse teams. If you're eager to develop your skills, build client relationships, and excel in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Your Responsibilities:

• Proactively manage cases in state and federal courts, from intake to resolution
• Draft compelling pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and research memos
• Clearly communicate case updates and strategies to clients
• Analyze cases, research, develop winning arguments, and propose effective solutions
• Collaborate with expert witnesses, and a team of partners and associates
• Comprehensive legal analysis, case evaluations, and strategy recommendations
• Frequent client communication
• Prepare witnesses, attend depositions, hearings, and mediations, and prepare for trial

Job Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Texas bar license in good standing
• Ideal candidate would have 4-7 years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts
• Ability to manage caseload from start to finish.
• Experience in general liability, and casualty defense is highly preferred