Counsel - Houston, TX (Remote)

Location: Hybrid/remote role associated with Katy, TX and hirify.global Staff Counsel in Houston, TX

Company

hirify.global is a large United States auto insurer and a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies.

What you will do

• Defend lawsuits filed in Texas courts and handle other first-party insurance defense matters.
• Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, memoranda, pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Provide opinions to the Claims Department on liability, damages, and case value.
• Handle depositions, examinations before trial, examinations under oath, trials, and dispositive hearings.
• Attend required trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences.

Requirements

• 7+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense, defense, and/or personal injury matters.
• Juris Doctor degree required.
• Admission to the Texas Bar and an active license in good standing to practice law in Texas required.
• Ability to meet and maintain applicable licensing and continuing legal education requirements.
• Strong legal writing, organization, prioritization, multitasking, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and apply substantial technical and procedural information.

Nice to have

• Civil litigation experience.
• Insurance defense-related litigation experience.
• Professional communication skills in person, by telephone, and in written correspondence.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid and remote work flexibility.
• Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive pay and benefits supporting employee well-being and career development.