General Liability Defense Attorney – Hybrid– Texas Admission Required (Full-Time)

Career Developers Inc. a distinguished staffing and consulting firm is proud to celebrate 30 years of service excellence. As a GSA Contract holder we offer comprehensive staffing solutions for both commercial and government sectors nationwide. By selectively partnering with clients who share our values we ensure productive collaborations that set us apart in the industry. Our dedication to candidates involves managing expectations with precision through business intelligence thorough interview preparation transparent communication and exceptional feedback throughout the process.

We are committed to advancing your career and look forward to supporting your professional growth.

• Admission to practice in Texas required
• 4-10 years of litigation experience preferably in general liability premises liability insurance defense or labor & employment
• Must reside in or near Beaumont and Lufkin and be available for court appearances depositions and occasional office visits.
• JD from an ABA accredited law school with strong academic credentials

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated general liability defense matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Our attorneys receive meaningful hands-on experience direct client interaction and strong mentorship while representing businesses insurers and insureds in a broad range of complex litigation matters.

Associates are given the opportunity to take an active role in all phases of litigation including case strategy motion practice depositions court appearances mediations and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will be a motivated attorney who is eager to develop litigation skills assume increasing responsibility and build a successful long-term practice within a growing national law firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings motions briefs legal memoranda discovery demands and responses and other litigation-related documents
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance and regular case updates
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
• Participate in court appearances inspections motion practice hearings and trial preparation
• Handle a broad range of general liability defense matters including premises liability insurance defense and labor & employment
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in Texas required
• 4-10 years of litigation experience preferably in general liability premises liability insurance defense or labor & employment
• Must reside in or near Beaumont and Lufkin and be available for court appearances depositions and occasional office visits.
• JD from an ABA accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Exceptional writing research analytical and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong organizational case management and interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience

• General liability defense litigation
• Premises liability matters
• Labor & Employment litigation
• Insurance Defense litigation
• Experience handling depositions motion practice mediations and court appearances
• Experience working with insurance carriers and insured clients

Why KD

• Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program
• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
• Uncapped opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Collaborative team-first culture with strong mentorship and support
• Sophisticated meaningful litigation work with direct client exposure
• Meaningful hands-on experience and early responsibility
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package