General Liability Associate Attorney

About the job General Liability Associate Attorney
Position Title : General Liability Associate Attorney (Junior to Mid-Level)
Location : Atlanta, GA (Hybrid - 3 days in-office per week)
No. of Headcount Needed : 2
No Relocation Package
No Visa Sponsorship
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 partnership-without 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

• 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 (e.g., Hall Booth Smith, Swift Currie, Lewis Brisbois, or similar)
• 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

• Salary: $130,000 - $160,000
• Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office in Atlanta, GA)
• Clear promotional track from associate to partner and equity path