Description:

Overview:
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr and Smith is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney licensed in Texas to join our Houston office. This role supports a busy defense litigation practice and is ideal for an attorney ready to take ownership of matters and work closely with a senior partner on complex and high exposure cases. The position offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and continued growth within a collaborative litigation team.

This associate will primarily support a practice group that includes premises liability, personal injury, insurance defense, toxic tort, oil and gas, construction defect, products liability, commercial litigation, employment liability, and complex multiparty disputes, including death and catastrophic injury matters.

Responsibilities:

Conduct legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case strategy and early case evaluation
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and memoranda with precision and clarity
Manage cases from intake through resolution, including discovery, depositions, and mediation preparation
Assist with preparation for hearings, mediations, and trials by organizing evidence and case materials
Communicate regularly with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts
Participate in depositions and hearings as appropriate
Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with deadlines and court rules
Support ongoing analysis of legal developments impacting defense litigation and client industries

Requirements:

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Active Texas bar license in good standing
At least 4+ of civil litigation experience, preferably in defense litigation
Experience handling discovery, motion practice, and depositions
Strong legal research and writing skills
Sound judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with partners and team members

Compensation and Benefits:

Base salary commensurate with experience
Quarterly bonus tied to annual billable performance
Opportunity for long term growth, mentorship, and increased responsibility

This position offers hands on litigation experience, exposure to sophisticated matters, and the opportunity to work directly with a respected partner in a fast paced and supportive environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year