Associate - Houston location

ATTORNEY JOB DESCRIPTIONResponsibilities will include management of an active case load throughout Texas in a high volume, dynamic, insurance defense/commercial litigation practice.The attorney will manage reporting to the client and insured, coordination with experts when appropriate, drafting and responding to discovery, preparing insured and other parties for depositions, taking depositions, preparation for and appearance at hearings, drafting of motions and preparation and attendance at trial.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain client satisfaction including prompt communication before, during and after cases. Conduct discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, administrative proceedings and similar proceedings as required.Research the law applicable to cases or matters; draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.Remain current with developments in the law.If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.Effectively communicate and persuade using written and verbal skills.Bill 175 hours per month.Meet all deadlines in a timely manner providing completed work product to the supervising attorney sufficiently in advance of any deadline for constructive discussion of options. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE·        Litigation experience should include:  Transportation, Construction Defect and Premise ·        Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills·        Computer and software proficiency required·        Active member of the Texas State Bar (Required)PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONSThis is an indoor office environment and may require sitting and utilizing a computer for extended periods of time. May be required to travel to client job sites.May be required to move items up to 20 pounds. Overtime may be required to complete certain projects and meet deadlines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time to complete job requirements. Some travel to inspection sites, depositions, trials and arbitrations will likely be required. Excellent growth opportunity for the right candidate.