What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Liability Attorney position at DFM & Associates?
A full-service, national AmLaw 100 law firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its General Liability Section in Houston. The firm’s General Liability Practice is comprised of over 600 attorneys nationwide who have successfully represented defendants in significant exposure cases in numerous general liability areas.
The group has provided a defense for a myriad of property and personal injury claims, for both businesses and individuals who may be insured or self-insured. The firm excels in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases. The firm’s attorneys have been cited by the National Law Journal for obtaining one of the “Top Ten Defense Verdicts of the Year”.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Insurance defense experience is preferred.
- Must have strong research and writing skills.
- At least 2-7 years of experience in all phases of insurance defense litigation.
- Experience in case management, motion practice, and discovery.
- Must be able to handle hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
- Admission to the Texas Bar is required.
- Must excel in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases.
- If you have substantive litigation experience and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, please apply!
Qualifications:
- Must be admitted to the Texas Bar.
- Insurance defense experience is preferred.
- Experience in case management, motion practice, and discovery.
- Must be able to assist in handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
Compensation & Benefits:
The Firm offers a competitive compensation package and in addition, offers a range of benefits (medical/dental/vision/life insurance/401(k) with employer contribution. Bonus is included when meeting the firm’s minimum hourly requirement!
