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Attorney (General Liability)
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Defends general liability claims including premises liability, bodily injury, and property damage by managing a litigation docket from intake through trial, drafting pleadings and motions, and taking depositions.
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Overview
Associate Attorney – General LiabilityLocation - Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio
Our Sugar Land office is seeking a litigation-minded Associate Attorney to help defend a broad portfolio of general liability matters. If you thrive on building cases from the ground up and want real courtroom exposure early in your career, this is a chance to do meaningful work alongside experienced trial attorneys in a collaborative, in-person environment.
Open to Remote candidates in Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio!
Responsibilities:
You will manage your own docket of general liability files from intake through resolution—developing case strategy, drafting pleadings and dispositive motions, taking and defending depositions, and preparing matters for mediation and trial. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with senior partners, you'll have consistent client contact and room to sharpen your judgment on increasingly complex disputes. Premises liability, bodily injury, and property damage claims will make up much of your work.
We invest in our people. You'll be paired with mentors who are genuinely committed to your development, given the resources to succeed, and recognized for the results you deliver—backed by a competitive salary and a benefits package built for the long term.
Qualifications & Experience:
- At least 3 years of civil litigation experience, ideally in general liability or defense work.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.
- Comfortable managing a docket independently while collaborating with a trial team.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation & Bonus Structure: Base pay plus performance-based bonuses that reward outcomes.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Company-paid PPO medical coverage, plus dental and vision options.
- Generous PTO & Well-Being Support: Paid vacation, a floating holiday, and a dedicated mental health day.
- 401(k) Plan: A strong employer match to help you build long-term security.
- Inclusive Culture: A supportive, equal-opportunity workplace where every voice counts.
- Professional Development: Ongoing training, CLE support, and a clear path for advancement.
Confidentiality & Equal Opportunity:
Every inquiry is handled in strict confidence—your current employer will never know you applied. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to an inclusive workplace for all, regardless of race, gender, or background.
Ready to grow your litigation practice in Houston? Apply today.
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