Job Title: Insurance Defense Attorney -- Bodily Injury
Job Responsibilities:
As an insurance defense attorney within the bodily injury unit, the primary responsibility is to provide legal representation to the company's insureds and/or to the company before courts and arbitration panels in all aspects of litigation. The attorney will handle cases from beginning to end, which includes preparing legal pleadings, motions, statements, and trial briefs, as well as negotiating settlements. The role involves working closely with clients and claims partners to prepare timely litigation reports and ensuring all appropriate defenses are leveraged to reach positive outcomes. Additional tasks include analyzing written discovery, depositions, medical records, and assessing the value of claims to determine risk exposure.
Education and Experience Information:
- Juris doctor degree or Master of Laws (LLM) is required.
- Must be admitted to practice law in the state of Texas.
Salary Information:
- Compensation ranges from $95, to $105,600.
- Gainshare annual cash incentive payment is available, up to 30% of eligible earnings based on company performance.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including free preventative care.
- Wellness and mental health programs.
- Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and life insurance.
- Paid time off, including volunteer time off.
- Paid and unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short and long-term disability.
- Parental and family leave; military leave and pay.
- Diverse, inclusive, and welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups.
- Career development and tuition assistance.
Additional Information:
This is a hybrid position with occasional travel to an office for meetings and/or training. Candidates must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the office they support. The company is recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace for Innovation, Purposes & Values, Work-Life Flexibility, Compensation & Benefits, and Leadership. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Number: 253948
Category: Legal
Job Level: Entry Level
