Ascendion · 2 days ago
Insurance Defense Attorney
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$140K/yr - $225K/yr
3+ years expAscendion is a well-established and highly respected law firm known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional growth. They are seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join its growing Houston practice, where the attorney will handle complex matters while collaborating closely with a litigation team.
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Hiring Manager
Shweta Ratnaparkhi
Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, including general liability, premises liability, personal injury, trucking/transportation, and related claims
Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
Conduct and defend depositions, including fact and expert witnesses
Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Evaluate claims, analyze liability and damages, and develop defense strategies
Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and courts
Provide timely reporting and case evaluations to carriers
Ensure compliance with Texas court rules, deadlines, and litigation procedures
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active and in good standing with the Texas State Bar
Strong knowledge of Texas civil procedure and litigation practice
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple matters independently
Strong communication skills and a client-service mindset
Experience with legal case management and e-filing systems
Preferred
3+ years of insurance defense or civil litigation experience preferred
Experience in trucking/transportation defense highly desirable
Backgrounds in general liability, construction, or personal injury litigation also considered
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (details TBD)
Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
Paid vacation time (details TBD)
Paid parental leave (details TBD)
Paid holidays annually (details TBD)
Company
Ascendion
Ascendion is a trusted ally for enterprise business and technology leaders engineering the digital future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Karthik Krishnamurthy
Chief Executive Officer and Founder
Daryush Laqab
Chief AI Officer
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