Senior Defense Litigation Attorney - Dallas, TX -Partner Track!

Job Description

Job Description

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Senior Defense Litigation Attorney - Dallas, TX

Our firm is a full-service national law firm with 250+ attorneys across 16 offices and 25+ practice areas, known for a collaborative, entrepreneurially minded culture with strong mentorship at every level.

Our Dallas office is expanding its litigation practice and looking for a seasoned defense attorney who wants genuine trial responsibility, direct client relationships, and a clear path to leadership - not just a seat at the table. 

What you'll do - 

• Lead and manage defense litigation matters from intake through trial or arbitration across hospitality, premises liability, general liability, and commercial lines 
• Serve as first chair in Texas state and federal court trials and arbitrations 
• Supervise and mentor a team of junior and mid-level attorneys on active case inventories 
• Develop and maintain direct client relationships with insurers, hotel brands, managed-property operators, and commercial clients 
• Drive case strategy, manage budgets, and produce work product that meets fast-paced carrier and client timelines 
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities; portable book welcomed but not required 

What you need - 

• 8+ years of defense litigation experience in hospitality, premises/general liability, business/commercial litigation, or related insurance defense practice 
• Active Texas bar license and eligibility to appear in Texas state and federal courts 
• First-chair trial and/or arbitration experience 
• Demonstrated experience supervising or mentoring other attorneys 

Nice to have - 

• Experience in hospitality defense specifically (hotels or managed properties) 
• Existing client relationships or portable business 
• Multi-jurisdiction bar admissions

 

Benefits

Pay & benefits -

Base Pay - $275K - $300K 

• Unlimited PTO for attorneys 
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities  
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k plus match 
• Meaningful client contact and hands-on trial experience from day one 

Location & schedule - Dallas, Texas (office-based); Hybrid Schedule however must be available for in-person court appearances and client meetings throughout Texas. 

 

 

 

- 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 09/22/2026 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 ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$275000 - $300000 USD per year