Litigation Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

Pay: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on complex, high-stakes personal injury, catastrophic loss, and insurance defense litigation.
• Gain meaningful courtroom experience and take ownership of challenging cases.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility after your initial onboarding period.
• Collaborate with experienced trial attorneys who value initiative and professional growth.
• Build your litigation career with opportunities for greater responsibility and direct client interaction.
• Receive support for professional development, continuing legal education, and bar memberships.

Location: Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio, TX; Albuquerque or Santa Fe, NM — Hybrid. You'll work onsite during your first 90 days to build relationships and become familiar with our practice, followed by flexible hybrid opportunities. We value attorneys who enjoy in-person collaboration.

Note: We're seeking attorneys with 2+ years of relevant civil litigation experience, preferably in personal injury defense, insurance defense, or catastrophic loss litigation. Active Texas bar admission is required for Texas positions. Licensing eligibility for New Mexico positions will be reviewed separately. Candidates should be comfortable handling substantive litigation responsibilities and interested in developing their trial experience.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We're a litigation-focused law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional representation in complex, high-stakes disputes. Our attorneys work collaboratively, think strategically, and approach every case with a commitment to achieving outstanding results. We provide an environment where ambitious litigators can develop their skills and make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

• Manage a diverse caseload involving personal injury defense, catastrophic injury, insurance defense, and complex civil litigation.
• Develop litigation strategies and handle cases from initial evaluation through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Work closely with expert witnesses, clients, and litigation support professionals.
• Analyze evidence, evaluate case exposure, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Maintain clear communication with clients regarding case developments and litigation strategy.
• Independently manage deadlines, litigation priorities, and case preparation.
• Meet an annual billable-hour target of approximately 2,000 hours.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 2+ years of relevant civil litigation experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Active Texas bar license for Texas-based positions.
• Personal injury defense, insurance defense, or catastrophic loss litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience conducting depositions, preparing motions, and managing discovery.
• Trial experience or a strong interest in developing courtroom skills.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating with a litigation team.
• Federal court admission is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe exceptional attorneys thrive when they're trusted to take ownership, think independently, and pursue meaningful professional growth. You'll work on sophisticated litigation matters, strengthen your courtroom abilities, and collaborate with colleagues who share your commitment to excellent advocacy.

If you're ready to advance your litigation career and take on rewarding challenges, we'd love to hear from you!

JPC-2892

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: Hiring in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, TX; Albuquerque, Santa Fe, NM. Active TX bar license for TX locations, NM bar for NM locations. 2+ years of personal injury defense, insurance defense, or civil litigation exp.

• Required Years as Associate: 2+
• Salary Bands (Client-confirmed):
  • 1–4 years: $140,000–$155,000
  • 5–7/8 years: $155,000–$170,000

Submission Email: Nikki - 

NPeoples@hartlinebarger.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established Texas litigation firm handling complex personal injury, catastrophic loss, and insurance defense cases. Seeking litigation attorneys with 2+ years of civil litigation experience, strong deposition skills, and an interest in trial work. Hybrid after 90 days onsite; TX bar required for Texas openings, NM licensing requirements pending confirmation.

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• Client job title: Litigation Associate Attorney
• Location: Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, TX; Albuquerque, Santa Fe, NM
• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site. Hybrid after 90 days
• Experience: 2
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Insurance Defense Attorney, Litigation Associate, Civil Litigation Attorney, Personal Injury Defense Attorney, Catastrophic Injury Defense Attorney, Trial Attorney

• # of hires needed: 1