We are happy to continue to provide free job listings specifically for Insurance Law Section members. There are a few requirements. First, the available position must involve insurance law (coverage, regulatory, etc.), as we are unable to post jobs for unrelated areas of law. Also, your posting must be a single paragraph with no more than 200 words. If you meet these requirements, please email Katherine Knight and provide her the requisite information. Unless advised otherwise, we will delete the post after sixty (60) days. Thank you.
LISTINGS
Kennedys, a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked global firm serving insurers and the London market, has multiple openings for Mid-Level Associates or Senior Counsel to join its growing Austin and Houston offices. Remote and hybrid candidates with the right experience will be considered. In this role, the attorney will primarily represent insurance companies in coverage litigation but may also be involved in defense litigation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a global law firm expanding its capabilities in Texas.
The ideal candidate will have experience with diverse types of insurance coverage, such as: excess and surplus lines, general liability, construction defect, D&O, environmental, personal and advertising injury claims in Texas. General civil defense litigation experience will also be considered. Please submit writing samples along with your resume.
Required experience
- At least three years of litigation experience
- Must be licensed to practice in Texas. License in Louisiana a plus
- Superior research writing and communication skills
- Familiarity with general defense litigation is a plus
- Practical case management experience in federal court is preferred
- Ability to draft pleadings, discovery, and motions; take and defend depositions and attend court appearances
- Arbitration and trial experience is beneficial
Contact: Kimberly.Khalil@kennedyslaw.com
05/16/2024
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Associate Attorney – Austin
Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking associates for our insurance practice group in Austin. The position will involve hands-on work across a range of practice areas, including first party bad faith, transportation, premises liability, and other serious litigation matters. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to hone their litigation skills while receiving training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in these practice areas.
We seek candidates with:
- Current, active license to practice law in Texas;
- 2+ years of civil litigation experience
- Experience in drafting pleadings, motion practice, written discovery, depositions, and other facets of the litigation process;
- Excellent legal-research, writing, and advocacy skills;
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
- Proven ability to produce top quality work;
- A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments.
Our lawyers work on sophisticated matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management (along with a supervising partner), draft briefs and discovery, take depositions, appear in court, and play key roles at trials. Compensation is competitive with opportunity for bonus and credit for business origination. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include your cover letter, resume, and writing sample.
In addition to a strong work/life balance, we offer a fantastic benefit package, including:
- 401(k) with match
- Dental insurance
- Short and Long term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
About the firm:
Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Jersey City, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty. For more information, visit: www.segalmccambridge.com.
05/14/2024
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TEXAS PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION (TPCIGA)
- A non-profit, organization created by the Texas Legislature providing limited protection to policyholders and loss payees of insolvent property and casualty insurers licensed in Texas.
Senior Claims Attorney
Claims attorney for TPCIGA, providing legal support for the Association’s claims functions under the direction of the Claims Director. Supervises legal assistant.
Duties / Responsibilities: Oversight of outside law firms representing TPCIGA and insureds of impaired insurers; reviews claims in litigation, determining status and evaluating policy and Guaranty Act coverage; provides suggestions regarding claims handling strategies; reviews pleadings and files responses in Texas Receivership Court; works with General Counsel to review and/or prepare documents according to the Guaranty Act or as required by the Board of Directors; represents TPCIGA in Texas Receivership Court and participates in status conferences; attends mediations, settlement conferences, depositions, and trials, as appropriate; and performs other related duties as may be assigned.
Required: Expertise in insurance defense litigation and coverage issues; Knowledge of the Guaranty Act. Ability to manage larger more complex docket of claims, including litigation; oversee outside counsel.
Education and Experience: Licensed to practice law in Texas plus at least seven years of experience.
Contact: Thatiana Bermudez, tbermudez@tpciga.org
03/28/2024
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