Staff Counsel

We are seeking an entrepreneurial and driven Staff Counsel to be a founding member of our new in-house litigation office in Texas. This is a unique opportunity to build a practice from the ground up in alignment with Next's innovative, tech-first approach to insurance.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas, standing in additional jurisdictions preferred.
• Minimum 5-9 years of proven trial attorney experience preferably within Insurance defense litigation or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a significant case load independently and effectively in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
• Strong knowledge of Texas law and civil procedure, particularly as it relates to personal injury, general liability and commercial auto cases.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in legal case management software, e-discovery tools and remote collaboration technologies.
• Strong business acumen and an 'ownership mentality,' with the ability to capitalize on advancing technology and efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing 'phenomenal service' to internal and external clients.

Benefits

• Partially subsidized medical plan
• Fully subsidized vision/dental options
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible paid time off
• Parental leave