Associate Attorney

Freeman Mathis & Gary, a dynamic and growing law firm of 500 lawyers nationally, across thirty-nine offices in twenty-one states, recently opened its Dallas Downtown Office. The office was opened with three insurance litigation and coverage partners (plus several others having a strong tort and catastrophic injury practice) with a collective 100 years of insurance litigation and coverage experience. We are seeking an associate with at least 2-4 years’ experience to join this growing practice area of the Firm. The best candidates will: (a) have some insurance litigation and coverage experience, (b) be critical thinkers, (c) have strong research skills, and (d) a desire to be a strong oral and written advocate. The associate will work directly with the Dallas Downtown partners but may also have the opportunity to perform work for the other FMG offices. The Firm’s insurance litigation and coverage group is in the midst of planning its second Top Gun Coverage Academy, an event that most firms leave only for the other types of litigation. Associates participating will have an opportunity to learn insurance coverage from many of the Firm’s other offices and how to best litigate coverage claims. Associates can expect to learn and be exposed to many areas of commercial coverage, such as general liability, auto, trucking, professional errors & omissions.

This associate will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented. Actual base pay will also be dependent on other factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Our practice team members are advisors and advocates for over two dozen insurers throughout the country including major national, regional, and international insurers.

Responsibilities:

· Provide initial coverage analysis and develop case strategy, including drafting coverage position letters and declaratory judgment actions

· Prepare and respond to discovery

· Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and attend hearings

· Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention

· Build relationships with clients

· Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively

Requirements:

· Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

· In good standing and able to practice law in the state of Texas

· Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background

· Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines, and achieving goals

· Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive

· Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver

· Self-motivated and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals

· Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision with the confidence to seek help from more senior practitioners

· Detail oriented, organized, and effective

· Professional and can get along with people; communicate well with staff.

· Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook.

· Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus

What we offer:

· Competitive compensation.

· Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.

· Speaking and writing opportunities.

· Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.

· Bar expenses paid by Firm.

· HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.

· 401K Plan.

· Company provided life insurance up to $150k.

· Company paid long-term disability coverage.

· Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.

· Regular, firmwide socials and events.

· Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.