Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Segal McCambridge, a nationally recognized litigation firm, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our General Liability Defense Practice Group in our Austin, Texas office. This practice includes a broad range of complex civil defense matters, including trucking and transportation, premises liability, product liability, toxic tort/asbestos litigation, and other general liability matters. This is an outstanding opportunity for attorneys seeking substantial litigation responsibility, hands-on case management experience, and the opportunity to work closely with highly respected trial lawyers in a collaborative and mentorship-driven environment. This role offers a hybrid work schedule. Attorneys should expect increased in-office collaboration during the onboarding and development period, with additional flexibility available as they progress within the firm.

Requirements

Active license to practice law in Texas
At least 3 years of experience defending civil litigation matters
Strong skills in legal research, writing, motion practice, and discovery
Experience taking and defending depositions and managing key litigation responsibilities
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and desire to grow within the firm

Nice To Haves

Experience handling trucking/transportation, premises liability, product liability, toxic tort/asbestos, or general liability defense matters preferred

Responsibilities

Manage a litigation caseload with partner guidance and mentorship
Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and manage written discovery
Appear in court and actively participate in trials and trial preparation
Defend clients in trucking, premises liability, product liability, toxic tort/asbestos, and other general liability matters
Work directly with sophisticated clients on complex, high-exposure litigation