Associate Attorney

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Associate Attorney, Defense Litigation, Hybrid, No Minimum Billables, Reputable Growing Firm, Bonus, 401K!

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Salary $140,000 - $180,000 per year

A Bit About Us

A top-tier Texas defense firm is looking to add a mid-level Associate Attorney (6–8 years) to their Austin office. This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants real litigation responsibility, consistent case volume, and the ability to work closely with partners and senior attorneys on complex defense matters.

This role focuses on medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, or premises liability—ideal for an attorney with strong litigation fundamentals, who enjoys running point on files, and who wants long-term growth on a respected platform.

Why join us?

• Paid Parking
• Premium HSA plan and firm contributions
• Life, AD&D, LTD, EAP, Travel Insurance, Identity Protection Policies paid by the firm
• Wellness Program, Teladoc
• 401K + match
• Voluntary Benefits Dental, Vision, STD, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance

Job Details

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a docket of defense litigation matters (med mal +  + premises)
• Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
• Taking/defending depositions and attending mediations
• Handling hearings and court appearances (state + federal exposure a plus)
• Negotiating settlements and supporting resolution strategies
• Partnering closely with senior attorneys on litigation strategy and case development

What You Have

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Texas Bar license
• 6–8 years of civil litigation/defense litigation experience
• Strong preference for experience in medical malpractice
• Insurance defense
• Premises liability
• Strong writing + research ability
• Professional, client-ready communicator
• Ability to operate independently while collaborating on strategy

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