Litigation Attorney
To enhance its litigation capabilities, our client, a prominent law firm with a specialty in casualty and insurance defense seeks an accomplished attorney with extensive courtroom experience. With a robust team of nearly 100 attorneys spanning 30+ locations, this firm is dedicated to delivering top-tier outcomes, ensuring clients receive the maximum restitution they deserve.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing complex litigation from inception through trial and possess a strong track record of achieving successful outcomes for clients. Our client is looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and has the leadership skills to handle high-stakes cases.
Compensation will vary based on location.
This Role Offers:
- Enjoy a competitive wage, generous Paid Time Off, and paid holidays, bereavement, and sick leave to support your work-life balance.
- Extensive benefits selection including Group Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, with supplemental benefits covered by the employer.
- Take advantage of our 401K Retirement Savings Plan, featuring a firm match to help you secure your financial future.
- Participate in annual performance reviews to discuss your progress, set goals, and plan for continued growth and success within the company.
Focus:
- Lead litigation cases involving property damage and personal injury from initial filing to trial, including all aspects of discovery, motions, and courtroom appearances.
- Serve as 1st chair in trials, managing the litigation strategy, preparing witnesses, and arguing motions.
- Handle client communications, provide legal counsel, and manage expectations throughout the litigation process.
- Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
- Conduct depositions, mediations, and arbitrations as necessary.
- Collaborate with expert witnesses, investigators, and other team members to build strong cases.
- Stay current with relevant case law and legal precedents that affect property damage and personal injury claims.
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal requirements.
Skill Set:
- Doctor of Law degree from a law school holding national accreditation.
- Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience, preferably with a focus on property damage and personal injury cases.
- Proven 1st chair trial experience, with a demonstrated ability to manage and win complex cases.
- Active member of the Georgia Bar in good standing.
- Fluency in English and Spanish is a significant plus, but not essential.
- Strong organizational, research, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with client management and legal strategy development.
- Strong negotiation skills with a history of favorable settlements.
- Demonstrated leadership ability in legal settings.
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