Attorney

Orion Placement; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a dedicated litigation attorney to join their respected plaintiff-side litigation team in Atlanta. This role involves handling various civil litigation matters, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in trial settings.

The ideal candidate will have a J.D. and an active Georgia Bar license, with 2+ years of experience in personal injury, employment law, or civil rights litigation. This is a full-time, on-site position offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have an active Georgia Bar license.
• 2+ years of directly relevant civil litigation experience.
• Experience in personal injury, employment law, and civil rights litigation.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Represent plaintiffs in various legal matters.
• Draft legal documents and conduct legal research.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, and trials.

Skills

Legal writing

Research

Analytical skills

Advocacy skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected plaintiff-side litigation team handling meaningful, high-impact cases that change lives.
• Take on significant responsibility and courtroom exposure with opportunities to participate in hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Work alongside accomplished litigators in a collaborative environment focused on advocacy and results.
• Enjoy strong mentorship, professional development, and a generous performance-based bonus structure.
• Represent individuals seeking justice and make a real difference in your community.
• Ideal opportunity for attorneys looking to transition from insurance defense to plaintiff-side litigation.

Location

This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in the Atlanta metropolitan area, offering a collaborative office environment where attorneys work closely together to prepare cases, develop strategy, and deliver exceptional trial advocacy.

Requirements for Candidates

Candidates must have an active Georgia Bar license and 2+ years of directly relevant civil litigation experience. Attorneys from plaintiff-side, insurance defense, in-house, or solo practice backgrounds will be considered if they possess strong litigation experience.

About Us

We are a dedicated litigation firm committed to providing exceptional advocacy for individuals who have been injured, wronged, or had their rights violated. Our team is passionate about pursuing justice, delivering outstanding client service, and achieving meaningful results. We foster a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and professional excellence. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle civil litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Represent plaintiffs in personal injury, employment, civil rights, and related matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, hearings, and trials.
• Prepare witnesses and exhibits for trial.
• Maintain compassionate and responsive communication with clients.
• Negotiate with insurance companies, employers, and opposing counsel.
• Manage deadlines and independently handle active case files.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Georgia Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience in personal injury, employment law, civil rights, or related litigation.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases and meet deadlines.
• Trial, hearing, deposition, or mediation experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll join a team that values excellence, mentorship, and meaningful work. We provide the opportunity to make a direct impact on clients’ lives while developing your litigation and trial skills. Our attorneys enjoy a collaborative culture, professional autonomy, performance-based bonuses, and long-term growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Additional Requirements

• Must haves: GA bar license; 2+ years plaintiff-side litigation experience; personal injury, employment, or civil rights litigation experience.
• Nice to haves: Preferred years as associate 2-7; relocation: no; packages: no.