Senior Defense Litigation Associate

Senior Defense Litigation Associate

About the Job:

We are seeking high-performance legal professionals with 8+ years of personal injury defense litigation experience, particularly in defending commercial trucking companies. We offer both in-office and remote work opportunities with flexible compensation packages.

Critical Success Traits:

Accountability

• Take full ownership of cases, decisions, and outcomes.
• Acknowledge and address mistakes promptly.
• Proactively solve problems before escalation.
• Accept and implement constructive feedback.

Communication Excellence

• Overcommunicate and document case-related information thoroughly.
• Maintain open dialogue about workload and capacity.
• Flag potential issues early.

Emotional Intelligence & Stress Management

• Demonstrate exceptional emotional control in high-pressure situations.
• Maintain composure during demanding deadlines and challenging cases.
• Navigate contentious situations strategically.

Performance Expectations

• Maintain intensive workload while delivering superior work products.
• Take complete case ownership with minimal supervision.
• Commit to client service excellence.
• Willingness to travel throughout Texas.

Core Requirements:

• 8+ years of substantial personal injury defense litigation experience.
• Significant experience defending commercial motor carriers.
• Proven track record of managing complex defense cases from inception through resolution.
• Leadership experience in depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Texas Bar admission and current Texas residence.