Defense Attorney – Insurance
Recruiting Partner: Jonathan Penright
Houston, Texas | Legal | Not Remote | $120,000 to $160,000 | Job ID: 158755
Job Summary
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We’re seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney with insurance defense experience to join a rapidly growing legal team in Kingwood. You’ll take ownership of a dynamic caseload focused on first-party property claims, collaborate closely with clients and claims professionals, and gain meaningful courtroom exposure. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-reward environment, this is your chance to make an impact from day one.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a full docket of insurance defense cases from intake through resolution
- Draft pleadings, discovery responses, and legal motions
- Handle depositions, court hearings, and motion arguments
- Strategize with clients and internal teams to support defense objectives
- Assist with fraud prevention efforts in litigation
What We’re Looking For:
- 3–5+ years of litigation experience (insurance defense preferred)
- Proficiency with courtroom procedure and file management
- Strong legal writing and case strategy skills
- Licensed to practice in Texas
- Experience with first-party property claims is a strong plus
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary with monthly bonus structure
- Origination bonuses with no cap or title requirement
- Unlimited PTO and true work-life balance
- 50% employer-paid health insurance and 100% coverage for dental and vision
- A high-performing, collaborative firm culture that rewards initiative and growth
- A stable pipeline of litigation work from longstanding client relationships
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 158755
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
