Associate Attorney

Carr Allison Pugh Howard Oliver & Sisson PC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Carr Allison Pugh Howard Oliver & Sisson PC in Chattanooga is seeking an Associate Attorney to handle diverse litigation matters across Construction, General Liability, Premises Liability, and Professional Liability. The role involves managing cases from inception to resolution with drafting pleadings and taking depositions.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of litigation experience, strong analytic and writing skills, and excellent interpersonal abilities to collaborate with clients and teams in

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of litigation experience required, insurance defense preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing abilities are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings and depositions.
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues to develop effective case strategies.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams for timely case management.

Skills

Litigation experience

Analytical writing

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability & resourcefulness

Independent initiative

Job description

CarrAllison is a well-regarded civil litigation firm, boasting a team of over 150 attorneys across the Southeast. Our unique philosophy of "early identification - early resolution" has earned us decades of trust and respect from our clients. At Carr Allison, our success is fueled by the collective efforts of our team and we believe that an open-door policy is essential to our continued growth. We proudly champion teamwork, collaboration, and the pursuit of excellence as cornerstones of our firm's culture. Join a team where your growth is our priority and your work truly matters.

We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join our Chattanooga office. This Attorney will work on multiple types of cases, including Construction, General Liability, Premises Liability, and Professional Liability and across several different jurisdictions. .

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, conducting depositions, and appearing in court.
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues to develop effective case strategies.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams to ensure timely and effective case management.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of litigation experience required; insurance defense experience is preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Demonstrated adaptability and resourcefulness in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.