First Party Attorney

Attorney – First-Party Property Damage Litigation (Plaintiff-Side)Houston, Texas | Full-Time | On-SiteAbout Storm Law PartnersStorm Law Partners is a premier first-party property damage litigation firm dedicated exclusively to representing policyholders in disputes against insurance carriers. For more than 15 years, the firm has successfully litigated thousands of complex property damage claims involving hurricanes, hailstorms, wind events, fire losses, water intrusion, and other catastrophic events.Our team has recovered billions of dollars for homeowners and commercial property owners who were underpaid, delayed, or wrongfully denied by their insurers.We are relentless in holding insurance carriers accountable and disciplined in our approach to litigation. Our reputation is built on preparation, strategy, and results.Position OverviewWe are seeking a litigation-driven Attorney to join our Houston office and represent policyholders in first-party property insurance disputes.This role is for a lawyer who thrives in high-impact plaintiff-side litigation, takes ownership of their docket, and approaches cases with strategic precision. The Attorney will manage cases from pre-suit through trial, working directly with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to aggressively pursue full and fair compensation.This is not a passive case-management role. It is a litigation-forward position for attorneys who want to practice at a high level and build meaningful courtroom experience.Core Practice AreasHurricane, wind, hail, and storm-related lossesFire and smoke damage claimsWater damage and plumbing failuresCommercial property insurance disputesBusiness interruption claimsExtra-contractual and statutory bad faith litigationPrimary ResponsibilitiesLitigation & Case StrategyIndependently manage a docket of first-party property insurance cases from intake through resolutionDraft and argue pleadings, motions, and dispositive filingsConduct written discovery and take/defend depositionsPrepare cases for mediation and trialAppear at hearings and court proceedingsCoordinate and prepare expert witnesses (engineers, estimators, meteorologists, etc.)Develop comprehensive liability and damages strategiesClient RepresentationServe as primary legal counsel for policyholder clientsProvide strategic case evaluations and risk assessmentsMaintain proactive, professional communication throughout litigationEnsure clients understand process, exposure, and leverage pointsInsurance Carrier EngagementNegotiate directly with insurance carriers and defense counselIdentify statutory violations and bad faith conductLeverage discovery and expert analysis to drive favorable settlementsProfessional StandardsUphold the highest ethical and professional standardsMaintain strict confidentiality and attorney-client privilegeEnsure compliance with Texas Bar rules and applicable procedural rulesPreferred ExperienceFirst-party property damage litigationKnowledge of the Texas Insurance Code and related statutory frameworksExperience litigating bad faith claimsMediation and trial preparation experienceExperience working with technical experts in property damage mattersKey CompetenciesStrategic litigation mindsetStrong written and oral advocacyCourtroom presence and confidenceHigh attention to detailAbility to manage and prioritize a significant docketEntrepreneurial drive and accountabilityPerformance ExpectationsMaintain disciplined docket progression and timely case movementDrive cases toward resolution or trial readinessDemonstrate proactive litigation strategyContribute positively to firm culture and team collaborationQualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law schoolActive Texas Bar license in good standingLaw review or journal experience a plusStrong research and writing abilitiesDemonstrated litigation experience preferredAbility to operate independently with sound judgmentWhy Join Storm Law PartnersYou will join a firm that is deeply committed to policyholder advocacy and trial-ready litigation. We foster a collaborative, high-performance environment where attorneys are supported, challenged, and given real responsibility.Our team combines litigation discipline with forward-thinking systems and technology to maximize efficiency and results.If you are looking to build your practice in a firm that values preparation, accountability, and courtroom readiness, this is an opportunity to grow with a team that takes plaintiff-side advocacy seriously.