Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Brunswick, GA. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely from Brunswick, providing hands-on experience in all phases of civil litigation. Ideal candidates will have 3-4 years of practice experience and must be licensed to practice law in Georgia.

Duties

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of practice experience, with prior insurance defense encouraged.
• Licensed to practice law in Georgia.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Education

• Juris Doctorate or better.

Certifications

• Bar license in Georgia.

Skills

• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure.
• Initiative and the ability to multitask.

Benefits

• Membership track with defined benchmarks.
• Formal mentorship structure.
• Hybrid work options.
• Paid parental leave.
• Leadership training programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Casual dress code.
• Mental health support resources.
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

This South Carolina-based insurance defense firm uses a strategic focus to meet the end results for their clients. They use proactive measures to provide client reporting, business metrics, and always keep an eye on the bottom line. They provide the lowest possible cost per case by using the minimum necessary hours per file.