Our client, a large insurance company, is seeking a litigation attorney to assist with litigation matters in Austin and San Antonio Texas for the next 3-4 months. The position is primarily remote, but in-person appearances will be required.
Responsibilities
- Engaged legal professional: You’ll manage the entire legal process, from investigation and discovery though trial prep and court proceedings representing clients in depositions, site inspections, court hearings, trials, etc. and negotiating settlements as required.
- Strategic partner: Researching all applicable laws and findings, you’ll develop appropriate legal strategies for all stages of litigation and share them with claims representatives and insured clients.
- People person: You’ll establish and maintain good relationships with claims representatives and clients, and occasionally conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments.
- Effective communicator: You’ll develop and render clear, unambiguous legal opinions and strategies, and draft legal documents including pleadings and motions.
- Collaborative Mentor: As needed, you’ll provide guidance and direction to junior attorneys, prepare and conduct training sessions for the legal and claims departments and collaborate with colleagues who are remotely located.
Qualifications
- A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
- Currently barred in good standing in the state of Texas
- Appropriate special licenses to practice before boards or federal courts preferred
Required Skills
- Talent for cultivating strong working relationships with internal and external partners
- Aptitude for detail-oriented, analytical thinking
- Persuasive oral and written communication skills
Preferred Skills
- General knowledge of insurance law
- Familiarity with the latest developments in the practice of law, as well as pertinent knowledge in related fields
- Proficiency with technologies that reduce costs and facilitate the practice of law and remote work
Pay range and compensation package
$65-$80 per hour
