Description:
Build a Litigation Career with Real Courtroom Experience from Day One.Witt, McGregor & Bourland, PLLC is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join our growing insurance defense and personal injury litigation practice. We are looking for a motivated attorney who wants to become an exceptional litigator and trial lawyer through hands-on experience, meaningful responsibility, and mentorship from experienced trial attorneys.
Unlike many larger firms, our associates take an active role in every stage of litigation, including client interaction, depositions, hearings, mediations, trial preparation, and jury trials. Associates are entrusted with significant responsibility early in their careers and are given opportunities to develop practical litigation skills that accelerate professional growth.
Whether you are a newly licensed attorney or have up to three years of litigation experience, this position offers a unique opportunity to build a successful long-term career in a collegial, team-oriented environment with a realistic, merit-based path to partnership.
What Sets Us Apart
- Immediate hands-on litigation experience
- Meaningful client contact and case management responsibilities
- Opportunities to attend and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and jury trials
- Close mentorship from experienced trial attorneys
- Collegial and supportive firm culture
- Flexible and family-friendly work environment
- Strong commitment to professional development
- Clear and realistic path to partnership
- Accelerated partnership opportunities for high-performing attorneys
Responsibilities:
- Manage all phases of civil litigation, with guidance and mentorship as needed
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and written discovery
- Conduct and defend depositions
- Attend hearings, mediations, and court appearances
- Analyze medical records, claims files, and other litigation materials
- Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, experts, adjusters, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Assist with trial preparation and participate in jury trials
- Serve as first-chair or second-chair trial counsel based on experience and performance
- Evaluate cases, develop litigation strategy, and participate in settlement negotiations
- Maintain professional relationships while delivering exceptional client service
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in Texas, or awaiting licensure following successful completion of the Texas Bar Exam
- Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Interest in litigation, trial advocacy, and insurance defense
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
- Prior litigation experience preferred but not required
