Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge

. Take primary responsibility for an active first-party litigation docket from inception through resolution .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $145,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in first-party insurance litigation, including drafting pleadings and managing cases from inception to resolution. Strong ability to develop litigation strategies and build client relationships while maintaining organizational skills and a proactive approach.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active License To Practice Law In TexasFirst-Party Insurance Litigation ExperienceLegal Research And Writing SkillsLitigation Strategy DevelopmentClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Drafting PleadingsMotionsWritten DiscoveryClient ReportingConducting DepositionsHearing AttendanceSettlement DiscussionsLitigation AdvocacyManaging LitigationTrial Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsProactive MindsetCollaborationCommunicationResponsiveness

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License To Practice Law In Texas

Industry Keywords

First-Party Bad Faith LawsuitsCommercial PropertyBusiness IncomeResidential PropertyUM/UIM CoverageStowersExcess JudgmentCoverage DisputesInsurance DisputesLitigation Phases

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take primary responsibility for an active first-party litigation docket from inception through resolution
Handle caseload autonomously through all phases of litigation
Defend first-party bad faith lawsuits involving commercial property, business income, residential property, UM/UIM coverage, Stowers, excess judgment, and other coverage disputes
Develop and execute litigation strategy with client representatives from large national insurance carriers
Build strong client relationships through communication, responsiveness, and results
Draft pleadings, motions, written discovery, and client reports
Conduct depositions, attend hearings, participate in settlement discussions, and manage litigation through final resolution
Receive assistance, support, and strategic guidance from managing partners and other attorneys
Pursue sophisticated work, develop trial skills, and grow toward partnership and business generation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active license to practice law in Texas
2-7 years of first-party insurance litigation experience, preferably in property coverages
Excellent legal research, writing, litigation strategy, and litigation advocacy skills
Extensive experience drafting pleadings, motions, written discovery, and client reporting in insurance disputes
Experience with depositions, hearing attendance, settlement discussions, and all other aspects of litigation through final resolution
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Proactive mindset and confidence to take the lead in files while valuing collaboration
Ability to work at least three days per week in the Downtown Austin office initially

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance bonus opportunities
Business origination credit and realistic track to partnership
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
Professional development support
Employee referral program
Employee discount program
Hybrid work schedule available for experienced candidates
Mentorship, collaboration and support from a large team
Professional development with exceptional growth opportunities
Work-life balance commitment