Civil Litigation Attorney

Elite Talent, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A legal firm in Atlanta is seeking an experienced civil litigator to handle litigation cases from intake through resolution. The role requires strong defense-side experience and excellent writing skills. Ideal candidates will manage case operations autonomously, track deadlines, and prepare for trials. With a focus on meaningful litigation and professional growth, the firm offers competitive pay, supportive mentorship, and various benefits including health and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of civil litigation experience on the defense side.
• Proven experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, taking depositions.
• Strong attention to detail and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day case operations with minimal supervision.
• Draft and finalize pleadings and discovery documents.
• Prepare for trial including pretrial filings and witness preparation.

Skills

Strategic case management

Exceptional written communication

Deposition preparation

Time management

Client service orientation

Education

Active Georgia Bar License

Job description

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Elite Talent, LLC

Our medical malpractice defense firm is seeking an experienced civil litigator to join our team. The Attorney - Civil Litigation (Defense) will manage an active caseload from intake through resolution, partnering closely with partners, nurses, paralegals, and staff. Ideal candidates bring strong defense-side experience, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to drive matters forward with autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Ethically, responsibly, and autonomously manage day-to-day case operations with minimal supervision; elevate material issues to partners as appropriate.
• Track and manage case deadlines (including answers, discovery, motions, and court-ordered schedules).
• Draft and finalize pleadings and discovery (answers, discovery requests and responses, disclosures, productions, deposition summaries, and motion practice).
• Oversee and coordinate nurse, paralegal, and secretary staff to ensure clear task delegation and timely execution.
• Attend and cover depositions; prepare detailed deposition reports and case assessments.
• Coordinate and conduct calls with expert witnesses; assist with expert strategy and preparation.
• Review and analyze medical records; collaborate with nurses and paralegals to organize expert packets and case materials.
• Prepare for trial, including pretrial filings, exhibit and witness preparation, and trial notebooks; attend and participate in trial.
• Meet billable expectations: 1,950 hours per year (162.5 hours per month).

Required Qualifications

• Attorney - Civil Litigation (Defense): Minimum 3 years of civil litigation experience on the defense side.
• Active and in‑good‑standing Georgia Bar License.
• Proven experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, taking/defending depositions, and handling court appearances.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a high‑volume docket with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of medical malpractice and/or civil litigation defense experience.
• Prior trial preparation and courtroom experience (state and/or federal).
• Experience working with expert witnesses and medical record analysis (assisted by our nurses).

Skills for Success

• Strategic case management and litigation judgment.
• Exceptional written communication and persuasive motion practice.
• Deposition preparation, coverage, and reporting.
• Expert coordination, including medical record analysis and synthesis.
• Team leadership and cross‑functional collaboration with nurses, paralegals, and administrative staff.
• Organization, time management, and deadline control under billable metrics.
• Professionalism, integrity, and client service orientation.

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation.
• Meaningful, hands‑on litigation experience with supportive partner mentorship.
• Opportunity to own your caseload and contribute to strategy in a collaborative defense team.
• 401(k).
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Vision insurance.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal
• Law Practice and Legal Services

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