Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge • Houston, TX

19d • Hybrid

About The Position

Segal McCambridge is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its General Liability Defense Practice Group in its Houston office. The practice handles matters including personal injury, premises liability, construction defect, product liability, trucking and transportation, and professional liability.

The role offers attorneys the opportunity to develop litigation skills, gain hands-on case management experience, and work closely with trial lawyers who provide mentorship, collaboration, and professional development. Associates manage their own caseloads with partner oversight, handle motions, depositions, discovery, court appearances, and trials, and work with sophisticated clients on complex matters. The position has a hybrid schedule balancing remote work with in-office collaboration.

Segal McCambridge describes its environment as supportive and team-oriented, with initiative encouraged and success recognized. Associates receive meaningful responsibility and direct access to partners committed to training trial lawyers. The firm offers competitive compensation, bonus and business origination credit opportunities, career growth, mentorship, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in Texas.
• At least 2 years of civil litigation experience on the defense side.
• Strong legal research, writing, motion practice, and discovery skills.
• Experience handling depositions and other key litigation activities.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and eagerness to grow.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload with partner oversight and mentorship.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Conduct depositions and handle discovery.
• Appear in court and participate actively in trials.
• Work with sophisticated clients on complex, high-stakes matters.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses and business origination credit.
• 401(k) with firm match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program and wellness resources.
• Professional development support.
• Referral bonuses.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Career growth and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed