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Associate Attorney defending complex insurance and casualty litigation for Tyson & Mendes, a national civil defense firm. Managing cases, trials, depositions, motions, and client relationships.
Responsibilities:
- Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
- Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
- Handle complex, high-exposure state and federal litigation matters
- Manage cases from discovery through trial
- Conduct depositions and draft substantive motions
- Handle case evaluations and settlement negotiations
- Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
- Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys
- Take ownership of litigation matters and contribute to team growth and success
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active Texas Bar license in good standing
- 5+ years of insurance defense litigation experience required
- Experience in trucking and transportation liability, premises liability, products liability, construction litigation, general liability and complex casualty litigation, or catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death defense
- Ability to independently manage litigation matters, conduct depositions, draft substantive motions, and develop effective defense strategies
- Experience handling discovery, case evaluations, settlement negotiations, and client communications
- Strong legal writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Trial experience or strong interest in developing courtroom and trial advocacy skills
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach and commitment to exceptional client service
- Interest in continued professional development, mentorship, and potential future leadership opportunities
- Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery through trial
- Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Benefits:
- Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000, with $7,500 for every additional tier
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance benefits, including plans available at zero employee cost
- 401(k) with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4-5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month) for full-time attorneys after one year
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
- Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options available
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