Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Associate Attorney

Title: Litigation Associate Attorney

Location: Houston, TX

Compensation: $140K-$160K + generous bonus opportunities 

Position Overview
We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join our busy civil defense practice. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense and personal injury matters, develop and execute litigation strategy, draft pleadings and motions, conduct discovery and depositions, and represent clients in court when necessary. This role requires strong advocacy skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with partners, insurers, and clients to achieve favorable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of civil litigation matters with emphasis on insurance defense and personal injury claims.
• Develop and implement litigation strategy, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct fact and legal research and prepare memoranda on complex legal issues.
• Handle all phases of discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Take and defend depositions; prepare witnesses and coordinate trial testimony.
• Prepare for and appear at hearings, pre-trial conferences, mediations, and trials.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and insurers, when appropriate, to achieve cost-effective resolutions.
• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, experts, and co-counsel to manage expectations and case progress.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to paralegals and junior staff, ensuring quality control and adherence to deadlines.
• Maintain accurate case files and meet all court and e-filing requirements while adhering to professional and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice in Texas
• 4+ years of civil litigation experience with substantial exposure to insurance defense and personal injury matters.
• Proven courtroom experience, including motion practice, depositions, and trial participation.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience working with insurance carriers and adjusting strategies to client and insurer objectives.
• Ability to manage a heavy caseload, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency with court e-filing systems, case management software, and Microsoft Office suite.
• High level of professional integrity and adherence to ethical rules governing the practice of law.

Benefits

• Base Salary: $140K-$160K
• Competitive Bonus Structure
• Medical, Vision, Dental 
• 401k

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 08/24/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at View email address on us.fitly.work to make arrangements.

Salary

$140000 - $160000 USD per year