Attorney – Insurance Coverage

Company Description

WBC is a leading Texas litigation firm with over 100 attorneys statewide. WBC’s insurance coverage group has a strong reputation in its field and is sought out by many of the top insurers in the country to provide its expertise and experience in this challenging and specialized area.

Role Description

The firm’s managing partner, who is located in its Dallas office, oversees the firm’s rapidly growing civil appellate and insurance coverage groups . WBC offers a collegial and supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. Come work with and learn from one of the best in the business.

Ideal candidates will hav e strong research and writing skills , have knowledge of or experience with insurance law, and a desire to vigorously represent clients. This role provides the opportunity to work directly with our managing partner and gain hands-on experience in a broad range of coverage matters, ranging from rendering opinions, filing and handling declaratory judgment actions, and representing carriers in bad faith litigation.

Responsibilities:

• Researching, writing on, and analyzing complex legal issues
• Case assessment and legal issue spotting
• Handle and manage client reporting, billing, and legal deadlines
• Meet or exceed monthly billable hour goal of 180 hours

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice in the State of Texas
• Sound, fundamental knowledge of state and federal procedural rules
• Able to work with a team in a collaborative environment or independently
• Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Experience:

• Coverage experience or extensive legal research and writing experience of at least 3 years is preferred

License/Certification:

• TX Bar License

Compensation:

• If you have at least three years of experience meeting the foregoing requirements, you should expect a starting salary in the range of $150,000, or higher, depending on your experience and skills.