Assistant General Counsel

Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR)

Austin, TX

Summary:

TLR is seeking a highly skilled attorney to join its legal team as Assistant General Counsel reporting to the General Counsel. This attorney will work directly with the Chief Executive Officer and General Counsel in advancing TLR’s legislative, legal, and policy priorities.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Texas attorney with deep knowledge of the legislative process or significant litigation background, excellent writing and analytical skills, and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with legislators, stakeholders, and the public.

This position requires versatility: one day may be spent drafting legislation, another presenting testimony at the Capitol, another writing an amicus brief, and another preparing concise advocacy materials. The attorney must be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with a close-knit team, and engaging confidently with diverse audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Legislative & Policy Development

· Draft, analyze, and redline proposed legislation and amendments.

· Monitor and interpret legislative activity across both chambers.

· Negotiate legislation with legislators, staff, stakeholders, and lobbyists.

· Testify before legislative committees and prepare others to testify.

· Develop concise advocacy materials such as one-pagers, talking points, and briefing memos.

Legal Analysis & Writing

· Conduct thorough legal research on statutory, regulatory, and common law issues affecting TLR’s mission.

· Draft and edit amicus briefs in cases of significance to the Texas civil justice system.

· Author and edit scholarly articles, white papers, and internal memoranda on civil justice and tort reform policy.

· Review external communications for legal accuracy and strategic consistency.

Litigation & Judicial Engagement

· Identify cases of strategic importance for potential amicus participation.

· Coordinate with outside counsel on amicus filings and other litigation-related projects.

· Track judicial decisions and trends in Texas courts and assess their implications for TLR priorities.

Stakeholder & Public Engagement

· Represent TLR in meetings with legislators, staff, coalitions, industry groups, and allied organizations.

· Deliver public presentations and speeches on TLR’s issues and broader civil justice matters.

· Build and maintain relationships with legal experts, academics, and policy partners.

Strategic Advisory Role

· Provide timely legal advice and counsel to TLR leadership on legislative, political, and organizational matters.

· Anticipate emerging legal and policy issues that may affect TLR’s advocacy or litigation strategy.

· Contribute to the development of long-term strategies for civil justice reform in Texas.

Qualifications:

· Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

· Licensed to practice law in Texas; member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.

· Minimum of five years of experience in one or more of the following: 1) Legislative process and advocacy in Texas, or 2) Texas-based civil litigation with strong exposure to procedural and substantive issues affecting the civil justice system.

· Exceptional legal writing and oral communication skills.

· Proven ability to draft legislation, legal documents, and persuasive written materials.

· Strong research and analytical skills with close attention to detail.

· Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment with an “all-hands-on-deck” mentality.

· Professional presence and credibility with legislators, stakeholders, and the public.

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan participation, and paid time off.

About Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR):

Since 1994, Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR) has worked to create and maintain a civil justice system in Texas that is fair, efficient, and predictable – one that discourages non-meritorious lawsuits and unwarranted claims for damages. TLR strives for a trial environment where outcomes are based solely on the merits of each party’s case. To achieve this mission, TLR engages in political campaigns (through the TLR Political Action Committee), legislative advocacy, legal research, public relations, judicial selection, and the development of the common law.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:

Ryan Dumais

Vice President, Operations

Texans for Lawsuit Reform

• ryan@tortreform.com