Civil Litigation Associate — Remote After Onboarding

Orion Placement; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an attorney for a hybrid role in Atlanta, GA. You will manage civil litigation, commercial disputes, tort claims, and professional liability matters while drafting motions and leading discovery.

The position supports remote work after onboarding and requires strong research, writing, and client communication skills. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in civil litigation, Georgia Bar admission preferred, and reside in the Atlanta area for in-office onboarding.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling discovery and substantive motion practice.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Georgia Bar admission preferred.
• Atlanta-area residency and availability for initial in-office onboarding.
• Experience with commercial litigation, tort defense, or professional liability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving civil litigation, commercial disputes, tort claims, and professional liability matters.
• Draft compelling motions, pleadings, legal memoranda, and other substantive litigation documents.
• Lead discovery efforts, including drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Develop litigation strategies and assist with trial preparation.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys while taking meaningful ownership of your work.
• Build strong client relationships through thoughtful communication and practical legal guidance.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Education

Georgia Bar admission (preferred)

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking an attorney for a hybrid role in Atlanta, GA. You will manage civil litigation, commercial disputes, tort claims, and professional liability matters while drafting motions and leading discovery.

The position supports remote work after onboarding and requires strong research, writing, and client communication skills. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in civil litigation, Georgia Bar admission preferred, and reside in the Atlanta area for in-office onboarding.