Associate Attorney – General Liability & Insurance Coverage Defense
GPAC has partnered with an established and growing law firm seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Houston-based litigation team with a focus on general liability and insurance coverage defense matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build upon their litigation experience while working on sophisticated and high-exposure matters in a collaborative environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience handling insurance defense litigation, coverage analysis, and general liability matters. Attorneys who are motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing cases in a fast-paced practice are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Handle a variety of litigation and insurance coverage matters, including:
- General liability defense
- Insurance coverage disputes
- Personal injury and premises liability claims
- Property damage matters
- Analyze insurance policies and provide coverage opinions and recommendations
- Draft pleadings, motions, coverage position letters, and discovery responses
- Conduct legal research and prepare litigation strategy recommendations
- Take and defend depositions and attend hearings, mediations, and court appearances
- Manage cases from inception through resolution
- Assist with trial preparation and settlement negotiations
- Communicate directly with clients, carriers, and claims professionals regarding case strategy and exposure
- Collaborate closely with attorneys and support staff to deliver strong client service
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active admission to the Texas Bar
- 2+ years of experience in insurance defense, insurance coverage, general liability, or civil litigation
- Experience analyzing insurance policies and handling coverage-related issues preferred
- Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload
- Deposition, hearing, and motion practice experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
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Interested candidates may submit a confidential resume to: zach.zink@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
