Associate Attorney (Professional Liability) - Atlanta, GA

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Professional Liability Team in Atlanta, GA. The role involves working with domestic and international insurers on complex professional liability matters, focusing on monitoring claims, analyzing coverage, and advising on risk and exposure. This position is not litigation-focused, but candidates with litigation experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor professional liability claims and circumstances for insurer clients.
• Analyze policies and advise on coverage, exposure, and risk.
• Prepare coverage analyses, reports, and client memoranda.
• Evaluate pleadings and case developments to assess liability and damages.
• Communicate with insurers, brokers, and insureds on claim status and strategy.
• Identify key legal and factual issues and provide recommendations.
• Coordinate with defense counsel on strategy and case progress as needed.
• Assist with coverage litigation, including declaratory judgment actions.
• Stay current on professional liability and insurance coverage law.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience as an attorney in a private law firm or clerkship.
• Experience in insurance monitoring, coverage, or defense, specifically regarding professional liability insurance.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Must be admitted (or gain admittance) to practice in the state of Georgia.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Benefits

• 401(k) employer safe harbor contribution.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Professional development assistance.
• Parental leave.
• Annual and quarterly bonus opportunities.

This full-service law firm provides legal representation in matters related to insurance coverage and litigation. Its key practice areas include insurance defense, reinsurance coverage, subrogation, catastrophic loss litigation, commercial litigation, and class actions. The firm serves clients all over the United States and Latin America. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the firm has offices in five locations including, Miami, Florida, and Chicago, Illinois.