Segal McCambridge

Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesMid-Level💰 $145,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex civil litigation cases, including drafting motions, conducting depositions, and trial preparation. Possesses strong legal research and writing skills, along with a proactive approach to client representation in high-exposure matters.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Active License To Practice Law In TexasCivil Litigation Defense ExperienceLegal Research And Writing SkillsExperience In Trucking/Transportation LiabilityTrial Preparation And Participation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage a litigation caseload with partner guidance and mentorship
  • Draft and argue motions
  • Conduct depositions
  • Manage written discovery
  • Appear in court and actively participate in trials and trial preparation
  • Defend clients in trucking, premises liability, product liability, toxic tort/asbestos, and other general liability matters
  • Work directly with sophisticated clients on complex, high-exposure litigation
  • Collaborate with trial lawyers in a supportive, team-oriented environment

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Active license to practice law in Texas
  • At least 3 years of experience defending civil litigation matters
  • Experience handling trucking/transportation, premises liability, product liability, toxic tort/asbestos, or general liability defense matters preferred
  • Strong skills in legal research, writing, motion practice, and discovery
  • Experience taking and defending depositions and managing key litigation responsibilities
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
  • A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and desire to grow within the firm
  • Resume required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses and business origination credit
  • Strong work-life balance and flexible hybrid work model
  • Career growth and mentorship within a nationally recognized litigation firm
  • Meaningful courtroom and client exposure
  • 401(k) with firm match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program and wellness resources
  • Professional development support and referral bonuses

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Hard Skills
Drafting MotionsConducting DepositionsManaging Written DiscoveryDefending Clients In TrialsLegal ResearchMotion PracticeDiscovery Management
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime-Management SkillsProactive MindsetSolution-Oriented Approach
Certifications & Qualifications
Active License To Practice Law In Texas
Industry Keywords
Trucking LiabilityPremises LiabilityProduct LiabilityToxic TortAsbestosGeneral Liability