Attorney

Ascendion; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Additional firm-sponsored benefits

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney in Atlanta, GA with 2–4 years of defense litigation experience to join a national law firm. The role offers hybrid work (3–4 days in office) and growth opportunities in sophisticated civil litigation matters.

The position emphasizes ownership of cases from inception through trial, strong mentorship, and exposure to complex litigation. Salary ranges and benefits are provided by the firm, with contact details for next steps.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience handling complex civil litigation.
• Ability to manage cases from inception through trial.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation, including case investigation, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals.
• Conduct legal research and analyze factual issues to support case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and client correspondence.
• Assist in developing litigation strategy and preparing cases for trial.

Skills

Defense litigation experience

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Trial preparation

Job description

Litigation Associate Attorney (2–4 Years Experience)

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid – 3–4 Days In Office)

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established national law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 2–4 years of defense litigation experience to join its growing litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-exposure civil litigation matters while gaining meaningful courtroom experience alongside accomplished trial attorneys.

The firm offers a collaborative environment, strong mentorship, and the opportunity to take ownership of complex cases from inception through trial.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation, including case investigation, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals.
• Conduct legal research and analyze factual issues to support case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and client correspondence.
• Assist in developing litigation strategy and preparing cases for trial.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $125,000–$145,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Disability coverage
• Parental leave
• Additional firm-sponsored benefits

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, please send me your resume or feel free to call or text me at 214-545-6728. You can also email me at [e-mail].