About the role
A respected, defense-focused litigation firm is confidentially seeking an Associate Attorney to support a busy Dallas-based insurance coverage and insurance defense practice. This is a strong fit for a mid-level litigator who wants hands-on responsibility across coverage analysis and litigation, alongside complex liability matters including professional liability, healthcare-related disputes, construction defect, personal injury defense, and premises liability.
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
- Defense-side practice with a meaningful mix of insurance coverage and litigation.
- Litigation-forward platform with opportunities to take ownership of matters and grow within the practice.
- Bonus structure tied to hours and performance evaluation (details below).
THE ROLE
- Handle a variety of defense-side matters, including insurance coverage disputes and related litigation.
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery; manage case strategy and day-to-day case progression.
- Take and defend depositions; assist with hearings, mediations, and trial preparation as needed.
- Analyze policy language and coverage issues and provide practical guidance to clients and internal teams.
LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION
Location:
Dallas, Texas
Schedule:
Primarily in-office; limited remote flexibility is available (typically 1 day per week).
Compensation:
$140,000 to $180,000 base salary for attorneys under 8 years of experience (USD). More senior candidates may be considered with compensation commensurate with experience.
REQUIREMENTS
- Active Texas bar license, or eligibility to obtain Texas admission within 6 months.
- 4 to 10 years of litigation experience, including at least 2 years focused on insurance coverage.
- Background that includes some combination of medical malpractice defense, construction defect, personal injury defense, and/or premises liability.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Strong legal writing and motion practice skills, with the ability to manage matters with appropriate independence.
PREFERRED BACKGROUND
- Courtroom aptitude and comfort taking depositions and appearing at hearings.
- Experience aligned with defense work involving insurance coverage, professional liability, healthcare, and commercial litigation issues.
- Strong academic and/or prior law firm credentials.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Annual bonus target: approximately $8,000 to $20,000, based on hours and evaluation.
- No hard billable requirement; soft hours goal is approximately 160 hours per month.
- Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, and unlimited PTO (as provided by firm policy).
For a confidential no obligation conversation please email your resume to 📧 rebecca.oconnell@wearerevolution.co
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