Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Trucking and Auto Defense Attorney / Transportation Attorney in Houston, TX

Law Firm

Houston, TX

Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Trucking and Auto Defense Attorney / Transportation Attorney in Houston, TX

Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

No

• Texas Bar Admission
• Minimum of three (3) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Law firm Lewis Brisbois in Houston is seeking an experienced Transportation Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of insurance defense experience in heavy trucking and cargo and freight carriers. This full-time position requires a Texas Bar Admission and strong writing and analytical skills. The successful candidate will also have the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
• Draft and argue motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Represent clients in the defense of the trucking industry
• Handle matters for freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups
• Deal with a broad variety of issues in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction
• Provide excellent case results for clients

Qualifications:

• Texas Bar Admission
• Minimum of three (3) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with employer contribution
• Bonus for those who meet minimum hourly requirement

The Transportation Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling matters involving heavy trucking and cargo and freight carriers for Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 law firm. This position requires a minimum of three years of insurance defense experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will also have a Texas Bar Admission and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
• Draft and argue motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Represent clients in the defense of the trucking industry
• Handle matters for freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups
• Deal with a broad variety of issues in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction
• Provide excellent case results for clients

Qualifications and Experience:

• Texas Bar Admission
• Minimum of three (3) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with employer contribution
• Bonus for those who meet minimum hourly requirement

Join the team at Lewis Brisbois as a Transportation Associate Attorney and use your experience in insurance defense to handle matters for heavy trucking and cargo and freight carriers. This full-time position requires a Texas Bar Admission and at least three years of experience. The ideal candidate will also have strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
• Draft and argue motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Represent clients in the defense of the trucking industry
• Handle matters for freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups
• Deal with a broad variety of issues in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction
• Provide excellent case results for clients

Qualifications and Experience:

• Texas Bar Admission
• Minimum of three (3) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with employer contribution
• Bonus for those who meet minimum hourly requirement

Lewis Brisbois, a prestigious AmLaw 100 full-service law firm, is seeking a Transportation Associate Attorney to join their team in Houston. This role requires a minimum of three years of insurance defense experience and a Texas Bar Admission. The ideal candidate will also possess strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and work independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
• Draft and argue motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Represent clients in the defense of the trucking industry
• Handle matters for freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups
• Deal with a broad variety of issues in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and