Appellate Coverage

Company Description

Walters, Balido & Crain LLP is a leading law firm with over 80 dedicated attorneys. They have a strong reputation for their expertise in civil litigation and have collectively tried over 1,000 cases. With offices in Austin, Dallas, Decatur, and Houston, the firm is well-equipped to handle extensive legal matters and is committed to providing personalized and effective representation.

Role Description

Are you a strong writer? Do you know how to research? Do you want to advise, represent, and argue on behalf of a diverse group of clients in all sorts of courts? Do you want to work directly with the managing partner of a mid-size law firm with offices across Texas, that specializes in civil appeals, insurance coverage matters, and commercial litigation? Want to find yourself in a collegial, supportive, and flexible work environment that offers competitive compensation and benefits? Are you licensed to practice in the State of Texas? Look no further. The Dallas office of Walters Balido & Crain is actively reviewing resumes of attorneys who want to build on their current experience in civil appellate matters, insurance coverage, or commercial litigation.

WBC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as the stability of a well-established practice. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect.

Responsibilities:

• Exceptional research, writing, and briefing skills
• Case assessment for liability, loss, and damages
• Manage client reporting, billing, budgeting, and case management requirements
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Drafting and responding to discovery
• Conducting depositions
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local rules
• Meet or exceed monthly billable hour goals
• Occasional travel

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice in the State of Texas
• Civil litigation/insurance defense experience preferred
• 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, Excel

Experience:

• Litigation: 1-5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• TX Bar License (Required)