About the job Litigation Associate Attorney
Litigation Attorney - General Liability & Professional Liability Defense
Prestigious boutique law firm in Dunwoody, GA.
Location: Georgia
Experience: 2-6 years
Status: Full-Time | Partnership Track
Why This Role Stands Out
If you're a litigator who wants real responsibility, courtroom experience, and a long-term career path , this is not a back-office defense role. You will handle high-stakes matters from inception through trial and appeal , work directly with experienced partners, and develop the skills needed to eventually build your own book of business .
Our client invests in their attorneys. Their goal is partnership-not burnout or turnover.
What You'll Do
- Defend high-value general liability matters , including:
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Premises liability
- Other tort claims involving bodily injury
- Handle professional liability defense , including:
- Legal malpractice
- Broker and agent malpractice
- Miscellaneous professional liability claims
- Represent insured individuals, corporations, and self-insured entities
- Manage cases from intake through resolution , including:
- Drafting pleadings and dispositive motions
- Taking and defending depositions
- Appearing in court and arguing motions
- Participating in trials and appeals
- 2-6 years of litigation experience
- Bodily injury or civil litigation experience preferred (not required)
- Criminal law litigators transitioning to civil litigation are welcome
- Active Georgia Bar license (required)
- Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
- Desire for long-term growth and partnership
- Hands-on litigation experience-not document review
- Quarterly bonus
- Exposure to a broad, sophisticated caseload
- A clear path to partnership
- A firm culture that values sustainability, not burnout