Defense Litigation Associate — Georgia (Mid-Level)

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid or In-Office Depending on Team)

Practice Group: Defense Litigation

Experience Level: 3–12 Years

Bar: Must be licensed and admitted in Georgia

About the Opportunity

A highly respected national defense litigation practice is seeking a Georgia-licensed Associate to join one of its expanding litigation teams. The firm is deeply established in the Southeast, offers stable workstreams, and provides a clear path to growth, client exposure, and trial responsibility.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven litigator seeking strong mentorship, hands-on litigation experience, and a supportive platform that values professional development and work-life balance.

Core Practice Areas

The firm is open to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Employment Litigation
• Complex Commercial Litigation
• Construction Litigation
• Healthcare & Medical Liability
• Professional Liability
• Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith
• Environmental & Toxic Tort
• Product Liability
• General Liability
• Premises Liability
• Transportation/Trucking Defense

Candidates with diversified defense experience will be strongly considered.

Key Responsibilities

The incoming Associate will play a meaningful role in active litigation matters, including:

• Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Handling written discovery and depositions
• Arguing motions in state and/or federal court
• Conducting legal research and preparing case strategy recommendations
• Working directly with partners, clients, and expert witnesses
• Managing files with increasing autonomy
• Participating in mediations, hearings, and trials (as available)

Trial experience is preferred but not required. The firm prioritizes candidates who want to grow into trial roles.

What the Firm is Looking For

A successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong writing ability
• Persuasive oral advocacy skills
• Solid research and analytical capability
• Professionalism and a team-first mindset
• Ability to manage assignments independently
• Desire for long-term growth within a reputable litigation group

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Georgia Bar license (mandatory)
• 3–12 years of litigation experience
• Defense background strongly preferred
• Trial or mediation experience is a plus

Why Candidates Love This Firm

• Competitive compensation + performance bonuses
• Manageable billable hours
• Genuine trial opportunities
• Inclusive culture and collaborative teams
• Excellent support staff and litigation resources
• Real mentorship from senior attorneys and partners
• Pathway to take on more leadership and client responsibility