Hiring: Associate Attorney - Corporate Defense Company: Mayer LLP Location: Houston, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:59:42 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : AI About the job Experience: •Admission to the State Bar of Texas •The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation/insurance defense •Strong research and writing skills •Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills •Demonstrated capacity to work independently and as part of a team Required Skills: •Represent clients involved in various transportation related incidents, including auto accidents, tractor/trailer collisions, bus accidents, crane mishaps, dump truck incidents, fatalities, and motor vehicle accidents (MVA) •Provide comprehensive legal counsel and defense strategies to individuals, businesses, and insurance companies operating within the transportation/trucking industry •Conduct thorough investigations into accidents, analyze evidence, asses liability, and develop defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances •Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings •Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on various issues related to transportation and personal injury law •Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests •Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials •Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel Qualifications: •Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school Compensation: •$110,000 - $165,000 / year •Competitive quarterly bonus plan based on monthly billables - ability to earn an additional $52k annually Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!