General Liability Associate Attorney

About the Role

Success Matcher Recruitment is partnering with a premier national law firm to recruit an Associate Attorney with 2 to 8 years of civil defense litigation experience for their expanding Atlanta office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a self-motivated attorney seeking direct case ownership substantive hands-on experience and a clear path to advancement through equity partnershipwithout the requirement of bringing a portable book of business.

What You Will Be Doing

• Managing a full caseload of 15 active general liability premises liability bodily injury and auto/casualty defense matters

• Serving as lead drafting counsel for complex motions pleadings complaints and written discovery

• Taking attending and defending depositions appearing in court hearings and representing clients directly

• Assisting with mediation strategies and trial preparation

• Collaborating with partners while operating with high autonomy and direct client exposure

Key Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-approved law school

• Active Georgia State Bar License in good standing

• 2-8 years of defense-side civil litigation experience handling general liability premises liability bodily injury or auto/casualty defense

• Prior law firm experience at a recognized defense-side firm

• Proven proficiency in motion practice discovery court appearances taking/defending depositions and trial or mediation preparation

• Strong written communication client-facing presence and self management skills

Work Model & Benefits

• Salary: $130000 $160000

• Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office in Atlanta GA)

• Clear promotional track from associate to partner and equity path