Senior Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

Senior Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

$ - $ per year | Austin, TX | On-site | Permanent

Accelerate your litigation career with a growing insurance defense practice in Austin, taking on sophisticated, high-exposure matters with strong trial experience, top-tier compensation up to $240K, hybrid flexibility, and a clear path to partnership!

A bit about us:

A nationally recognized, litigation-focused law firm is expanding its Insurance Coverage & Defense practice in Austin, Texas. The firm represents insurers, self-insured entities, and insured clients in complex, high-exposure litigation matters across multiple industries, offering attorneys sophisticated casework, strong mentorship, and a collaborative environment centered on delivering exceptional client outcomes.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary ($175,000-$240,000) plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility
• Complex, high-value litigation matters with direct client interaction
• Case management responsibility and strong partnership-track potential
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial firm culture
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous PTO and firm-paid holidays
• Continuing legal education and professional development support

Job Details

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters from inception through resolution
• Represent insurance carriers, self-insured entities, and corporate clients in complex litigation
• Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation
• Draft and argue substantive motions in state and federal courts
• Conduct fact investigations, legal research, and case evaluations
• Prepare litigation strategy recommendations and exposure analyses
• Attend hearings, mediations, depositions, and court appearances
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and risk management
• Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution proceedings
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and support staff as needed
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and effective case management

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.