Litigation Associate – Insurance Defense

Detailed job description for the Insurance Defense role:

Job Title: Litigation Associate Insurance Defense

Location: Dunwoody GAExperience: 3 5 Years

The Opportunity

Our attorneys represent a diverse range of clients from Fortune 100 companies to property owners and managers in cases involving catastrophic injury wrongful death transportation construction premises liability product defects subrogation and insurance coverage in both state and federal courts throughout Georgia.

Recognized as the Best Law Firm in Perimeter (2022 - 2025) and home to numerous Super Lawyers Rising Stars Georgia Trend Legal Elite and Best Lawyers in America MF&L offers a dynamic environment where litigation associates can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with experienced partners and senior attorneys
• Handle all stages of litigation from case initiation through trial
• Draft pleadings motions memoranda and discovery documents
• Conduct depositions mediations and settlement negotiations
• Perform in-depth legal research and provide strategic analysis
• Manage multiple active litigation files and deadlines
• Prepare for and support trial and appellate proceedings
• Communicate effectively with clients courts and opposing counsel

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the Georgia Bar
• Admission to courts in Georgia
• 3 5 years of relevant experience in civil litigation or insurance defense
• Strong writing research and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent organizational and time management capabilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Attention to detail resourcefulness and critical thinking capabilities
• A commitment to professional growth and development in civil trial practice

What We Offer

• Competitive salary starting at $140000 annually commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Fully paid medical life short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Optional dental vision accident and critical illness coverage
  • 401(k) with firm matching
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Employee assistance program
  • Free parking
  • Paid time off
  • Client referral bonus program
• Professional development support through CLEs training and mentoring
• Direct access to complex high-value cases and hands-on litigation experience
• A collaborative collegial work environment focused on excellence and integrity