Director Litigation - Risk Finance
Company: Christus Health
Location: Irving
Posted on: March 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: The Litigation Attorney is a junior
attorney with litigation experience who will manage all stages of
litigation and claims management, from management of service of
process through case resolution. Primary responsibilities will
direct supervision of two other team members, a paralegal and
claims coordinator. The Litigation Attorney will oversee low to
middle level risk claims and manage the work of the claims team
members as well as outside counsel. The Litigation Attorney will
provide timely response to claims, complaints, subpoenas and other
service of process; legal research; review and drafting of
pleadings and discovery responses, claim summaries, executive
reporting, mediation/trial and other litigation-related events;
e-discovery and legal holds management; and other activities under
the supervision of more senior attorneys relating to all phases of
litigation from pre-trial investigation through mediation,
settlements, verdict or appeal. Responsibilities: Work with VP of
Litigation and other attorneys in the daily management of
pre-litigation and litigation pertaining to a broad range of
litigation, pre-litigation and other claim management matters for
the entire enterprise including professional liability, general
liability, regulatory matters and commercial litigation. Direct
management of 2 associates (Paralegal and Claims Coordinator)
Monitor and manage service of process, filings, subpoenas and a
variety of other legal service documents served on the entire
enterprise. Monitor and assist with legal demands, preservation
demands, legal holds and the collection of e-discovery, medical or
billing records as needed. Draft, review and management of various
agreements and other documents related to claims management,
pre-litigation and litigation matters. Draft, review and interact
with internal and outside counsel as well as internal clients
working on discovery projects, retrieval of ESI, reviewing
discovery responses, draft motions and other litigation related
filings. Draft correspondence to regional clients and/or outside
counsel related to a variety of topics. Monitor and manage
confidential and proprietary databases and documents utilized by
litigation team department. Work and collaborate with internal
clients across the enterprise to manage claims at various levels
including claim resolution and settlement closings. Communication
with outside counsel and internal leadership and staff regarding
various matters. Conduct legal document research, retrieving
information, and investigations. Assist with various projects, such
as subpoena responses, coordination of witness appearances,
participation in deposition and trial preparation and collection
of, hold and retrieval of e-discovery. Assist in drafting
correspondence related to subpoena, legal holds, preservation
demand and various other communications with both internal clients
and outside counsel. Assist with claim team coordination, claims
reviews, weekly meetings. Attend mediation/trial and reporting
related to same. Travel to regional clients as needed in connection
with meetings, mediation or trials. Travel 25-40% Build positive
relationships within team, with entity contacts, internal contacts,
senior leaders, directors, and office work team as necessary to
perform duties and to achieve results. Requirements:
Education/Skills Juris Doctor. Prefer curriculum with focus on
litigation or trial advocacy. 5-10 years of Legal experience in
firm or corporate setting. Litigation experience required.
Experience At least 5 years' experience in legal or litigation
setting, preferably related to hospital, provider or healthcare
matters. Excellent organization, writing and interpersonal skills,
with the ability to take detailed notes. Ability to analyze
discovery responses, understand motion practice, and interact with
outside counsel. Ability to prepare/send correspondence for the
entity. Drafting of legal holds, affidavits and other legal
documents. Organizational skills with the ability to handle
priority projects simultaneously within tight deadlines and is
proactive in preventing problems, good follow through on
projects/issues, and an attention to detail. Ability to handle
confidential information and PHI in a mature, professional, and
completely confidential manner. Proficiency in Word, database
management, and Excel as well as legal research on Lexis/Westlaw.
Knowledge of e-discovery platforms and working with same. Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications Licensure and in good standing to
practice in Texas (preferred) or in another State, with the ability
to become licensed in Texas within one year of hire. Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time
Keywords: Christus Health, Lewisville , Director Litigation - Risk Finance, Legal , Irving, Texas
