Job Title: Insurance Defense Attorney
Location: Houston
Salary: $150-170K
Work Environment: Hybrid (3in 2out with flex)
Term: Permanent
Bachelor’s degree required: Yes
Job Description:
Our client is looking for an associate attorney with 5+ years of experience in defense litigation managing a docket of trucking matters.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Independently manage a docket of insurance defense cases;
- Take and defend depositions;
- Attend mediations;
- Manage client and insured communications;
- Draft Motions and pleadings;
- Perform legal research;
Candidates must have the following experience
- Strong litigation experience and great academic credentials
- Exceptional writing and advocacy skills
- Ability to manage a docket of cases from file to trial
- Desire to collaborate with other attorneys and Partners on multitude of legal projects
- Efficiently manage court appearances and depositions;
- Serve as point of contact for clients and provide active communication
- Proficiency with entering billable time and achieving billable targets.
Core Responsibilities
Case Assessment and Investigation: Evaluate the merits of claims, including medical records, accident reports, and witness statements.
Client Representation
- Legal Counseling: Provide strategic advice to clients, including insurance companies, property owners, construction firms, and trucking companies regarding potential liabilities and legal strategies.
- Court Appearances: Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and mediations, ensuring their interests are vigorously defended.
- Negotiation: Engage in settlement negotiations with opposing counsel to resolve disputes efficiently and favorably for clients.
Legal Research and Documentation
- Legal Precedents: Conduct thorough legal research to identify relevant case law, statutes, and regulations affecting the case at hand.
- Pleadings and Motions: Draft and file necessary legal documents, including motions to dismiss, answers to complaints, and discovery requests.
- Case Analysis: Prepare detailed reports and opinions for clients summarizing the strengths and weaknesses of their cases and recommended actions.
Discovery and Evidence Management
- Discovery Process: Manage the discovery process, including the collection, review, and production of documents, interrogatories, and depositions.
- Expert Witness Coordination: Work with expert witnesses in fields such as engineering, medicine, or accident reconstruction to build a robust defense.
- Evidence Presentation: Organize and present evidence clearly and effectively in court to support the defense’s position.
Client Communication and Reporting
- Regular Updates: Maintain consistent communication with clients, providing updates on case progress, potential outcomes, and any new developments.
- Billing and Documentation: Manage case files meticulously, ensuring accurate billing, timely submission of reports, and compliance with client and court deadlines.
Trial Preparation and Litigation
- Trial Strategy: Develop and implement trial strategies tailored to each case, considering the specific facts, evidence, and legal issues involved.
- Jury Selection: Participate in jury selection to ensure a fair and impartial jury, focusing on factors that may influence the outcome.
- Litigation Management: Oversee the entire litigation process, including pre-trial motions, trial proceedings, and post-trial motions, working towards the best possible outcome for the client.
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience managing a docket of cases as an insurance defense attorney.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- 401(k)
- Bonuses
- STD
- LTD
- Profit Sharing
- Hybrid work structure
- Casual dress code