Business Litigation Attorney

gpac; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Georgia Bar dues

CLE support

Incentive eligibility

Job summary

gpac in Savannah, Georgia is seeking a Business Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of experience to handle a range of business disputes from initial strategy through trial and appeal, with meaningful courtroom exposure and direct client interaction.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong legal research and writing, persuasive oral advocacy, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with attorneys and clients.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of litigation experience
• Experience with business disputes preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and clients
• Desire to develop strong courtroom and trial skills
• Georgia Bar admission required

Responsibilities

• Handle business and commercial disputes through all stages of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal filings
• Conduct discovery, take and defend depositions, and prepare matters for trial
• Assist with litigation strategy and case development
• Prepare for and participate in trials and appellate matters
• Appear before Georgia Superior and State Courts, the Georgia State-wide Business Court, and U.S. District Courts
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy and developments
• Manage assigned matters and take ownership of work product

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Attention to detail

Independent working

Team collaboration

Job description

Business Litigation Associate

Location: Savannah, Georgia

Experience: 2-5 Years

Practice Area: Business Litigation

Position Overview

A respected law firm in Savannah, Georgia is seeking a Business Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join its litigation practice. This attorney will handle a variety of business disputes from initial strategy through trial and appeal, with opportunities for meaningful courtroom experience and direct client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Handle business and commercial disputes through all stages of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal filings
• Conduct discovery, take and defend depositions, and prepare matters for trial
• Assist with litigation strategy and case development
• Prepare for and participate in trials and appellate matters
• Appear before Georgia Superior and State Courts, the Georgia State-wide Business Court, and U.S. District Courts
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy and developments
• Manage assigned matters and take ownership of work product

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of litigation experience
• Experience with business disputes preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and clients
• Desire to develop strong courtroom and trial skills
• Georgia Bar admission required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Incentive eligibility
• Health and retirement benefits
• Georgia Bar dues
• CLE support

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.