Litigation Attorney - Insurance Defense

Litigation Attorney - Insurance Defense $130000 - $185000 per year | Houston, TX | On-Site | Permanent Hybrid Schedule! A bit about us: We are a boutique insurance defense firm headquartered in Houston, Texas, with a strong track record defending insurers and policyholders across complex litigation matters. Our practice spans casualty, professional liability, commercial, and coverage disputes, work that demands precision, efficiency, and sound legal judgment. Our lean structure means associates work directly alongside senior attorneys from day one, handling depositions, motion practice, and client interaction early in their careers, not just document review. If you're a detail-oriented advocate who thrives in a fast-paced defense environment and wants a firm that will invest in your growth, we'd like to meet you. Why join us? Medical/Dental/Vision 401k + profit sharing Life insurance | AD&D Short and long term disability HSA/FSA Paid Parking Gym access PTO Job Details Our prestigious legal firm is actively seeking a dynamic Litigation Attorney to join our team. This position offers a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, strategic, and client-focused professional to play a key role in our litigation team. The successful candidate will handle a wide variety of complex legal matters, from inception through appeal. This is a challenging and rewarding role that demands high levels of initiative, creativity, and strategic thinking. Responsibilities Representing clients in all stages of litigation, including fact investigation, legal research, drafting legal documents, managing discovery, and presenting arguments in court. Conducting depositions of parties and witnesses, which involves interviewing witnesses, experts, and other parties involved in the case. Negotiating settlements on behalf of clients, which requires excellent negotiation skills and a deep understanding of our clients' best interests. Developing litigation strategies and making recommendations to clients based on a thorough understanding of the facts and legal issues of each case. Providing legal advice to clients and keeping them informed about the status of their cases. Collaborating with other attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure the best representation for our clients. Qualifications A Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the state bar and in good standing. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a practicing litigation attorney in insurance defense litigation or related practice area. Proven experience in conducting depositions and managing own caseload from inception to trial. Exceptional litigation skills, including excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. A proven track record of effectively managing a caseload. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and team members. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively. A high degree of professionalism and adherence to strict confidentiality and ethical standards. The ability to work independently, but also as part of a team, in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr